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Mountain View School
Middle School
1489 N HARMON RD, Newburg, PA 17240
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
20:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
20:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Mountain View School
Mountain View School is a Amish private middle school in Newburg, PA 17240. The school serves approximately 20 students in grades 1st – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $85,469, where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 20 students, Mountain View School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, Mountain View School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Located in a rural area, Mountain View School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Schools in Newburg
No public schools found in Newburg for comparison. 5 other private schools in the area.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Private · Amish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Address
- 1489 N HARMON RD, Newburg, PA 17240
- Phone
- (717) 423-5600
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in PA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1489 N HARMON RD, Newburg, PA 17240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountain View School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Shippensburg Area MS (rated 5.1/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Shippensburg). Another option is CLARKS RUN SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Blain). Additionally, OAK GROVE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL (rated 3.5/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Shippensburg). For more schools in Newburg, see our Newburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MEADOW RUN SCHOOL Newburg | 1.9 mi | — |
| HICKORY LANE SCHOOL Newburg | 1.7 mi | — |
| SUNSET PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Newburg | 4.2 mi | — |
| RIVER ROCK ACADEMY NEWVILLE CAMPUS Newville | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| MOWERSVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newburg | 5.4 mi | 5.9 |
| GREEN SPRING MENNONITE SCHOOL Newville | 4.7 mi | — |
| OAK GROVE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Shippensburg | 6.6 mi | 3.5 |
| TUNNEL RUN SCHOOL Newburg | 5.7 mi | — |
| CEDAR KNOLL PAROCHIAL Shippensburg | 7.5 mi | — |
| Grace B Luhrs Univ Elem Shippensburg | 8.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Lurgan El Sch Lurgan | 7.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Nancy Grayson El Sch Shippensburg | 9.0 mi | 5.2 |
| James Burd El Sch Shippensburg | 9.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Shippensburg Area Intrm Sch Shippensburg | 9.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Newville El Sch Newville | 7.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Shippensburg Area SHS Shippensburg | 9.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Shippensburg Area MS Shippensburg | 9.7 mi | 5.1 |
| STONEY CREEK SCHOOL Orrstown | 9.1 mi | — |
| MANASSA SCHOOL Blain | 10.0 mi | — |
| CLARKS RUN SCHOOL Blain | 10.3 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,469
Median Home Value
$257,300
Median Rent
$1,354/mo
Population
3,154
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
85.9%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
43.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mountain View School has a median household income of $85,469. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $257,300, with a median rent of $1,354/month. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain View School
What grades does Mountain View School serve?
Mountain View School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Mountain View School?
Mountain View School has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain View School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountain View School is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Mountain View School a private school?
Yes, Mountain View School is a private coeducational school with a Amish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mountain View School a religious school?
Mountain View School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 20
- Gender Split
- 30% M / 70% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- CUMBERLAND
- Phone
- (717) 423-5600
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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