Very Good
#302 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 35% of private schools
New Story School
School
2700 COMMERCE DR, Harrisburg, PA 17110
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#302 of 873
In Harrisburg
#8 of 16
public schools
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New Story School
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About New Story School
New Story School is a private school in Harrisburg, PA. New Story School serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. New Story School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #302 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, New Story School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.1:1 students to teachers, New Story School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New Story School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow New Story School compares to 40 public schools serving similar grades in Harrisburg, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Story School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Susquehanna Twp HS | 5.1 |
| Sara Lindemuth El Sch | 3.9 |
| North Side El Sch | 5.8 |
| Thomas W Holtzman Jr El Sch | 2.8 |
| Central Dauphin MS | 5.3 |
| Susquehanna Twp MS | 2.3 |
| Mountain View El Sch | 6.9 |
| Phillips El Sch | 4.5 |
| Commonwealth Charter Academy CS | 4.3 |
| Infinity CS | 7.3 |
| Harrisburg HS | 3.6 |
| Central Dauphin East SHS | 5.5 |
| South Side El Sch | 4.2 |
| Central Dauphin East MS | 4.8 |
| Marshall Academy | 4.7 |
| Marshall Math Science Academy | 2.7 |
| Premier Arts and Science CS | 4.6 |
| Linglestown El Sch | 7.3 |
| Linglestown MS | 4.9 |
| Cougar Academy | 6.2 |
Showing 20 of 40 schools. View all schools in Harrisburg
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
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
2700 COMMERCE DR, Harrisburg, PA 17110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Story School may also want to explore other schools in the area. COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Commonwealth Charter Academy CS (rated 4.3/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Susquehanna Twp HS Harrisburg | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Sara Lindemuth El Sch Harrisburg | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| HARRISBURG ADVENTIST SCHOOL Harrisburg | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL Harrisburg | 1.4 mi | — |
| North Side El Sch Harrisburg | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| LITTLE LEARNERS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Harrisburg | 1.6 mi | — |
| HILDEBRANDT LEARNING CENTER Harrisburg | 1.6 mi | — |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harrisburg | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ST MARGARET MARY SCHOOL Harrisburg | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Susquehanna Twp MS Harrisburg | 2.2 mi | 2.3 |
| Thomas W Holtzman Jr El Sch Harrisburg | 1.9 mi | 2.8 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION & AUTISM CENTER Harrisburg | 2.3 mi | — |
| Central Dauphin MS Harrisburg | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| HANSEL & GRETEL EARLY LEARNING CENTER Harrisburg | 2.7 mi | — |
| Harrisburg HS Harrisburg | 2.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Mountain View El Sch Harrisburg | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Phillips El Sch Harrisburg | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Marshall Academy Harrisburg | 3.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Marshall Math Science Academy Harrisburg | 3.0 mi | 2.7 |
| Commonwealth Charter Academy CS Harrisburg | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,499
Median Home Value
$206,200
Median Rent
$1,400/mo
Population
26,401
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
62.1%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
38.5
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| HOLY FAMILY SPECIALIZED LEARNING Pittsburgh, PA | 7.0 |
| NEW STORY New Cumberland, PA | 7.0 |
| RIVER ROCK ACADEMY-SHIREMANSTOWN Shiremanstown, PA | 7.0 |
| KIDS PEACE BERKS CAMPUS Temple, PA | 7.1 |
| LONGMORE ACADEMY Mars, PA | 7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Story School
What grades does New Story School serve?
New Story School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend New Story School?
New Story School has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Story School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Story School is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New Story School rank in PA?
New Story School ranks #302 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is New Story School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Story School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New Story School a private school?
Yes, New Story School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is New Story School a religious school?
No, New Story School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Gender Split
- 77% M / 23% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dauphin County
- Phone
- (717) 901-9906
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