Very Good
#211 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 24% of private schools
Nittany Christian School
Elementary School
1221 W WHITEHALL RD, State College, PA 16801
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#211 of 873
In State College
#2 of 4
public schools
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Nittany Christian School
Elementary School in State College · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nittany Christian School
Nittany Christian School is a private elementary school in State College, PA. Nittany Christian School serves approximately 121 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Nittany Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #211 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 121 students, Nittany Christian 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 9:1 students to teachers, Nittany Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Nittany Christian 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 Nittany Christian School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in State College, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nittany Christian School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Young Scholars of Central PA CS | 5.8 |
| State College Area HS | 9.3 |
| Corl Street El Sch | 8.7 |
| Centre Learning Community CS | 7.4 |
| Nittany Valley CS | 6.7 |
| Easterly Parkway El Sch | 7.8 |
| Radio Park El Sch | 9.0 |
| Mount Nittany El Sch | 8.4 |
| Mount Nittany MS | 7.4 |
| Park Forest MS | 7.8 |
| Park Forest El Sch | 8.7 |
| Spring Creek El Sch | 8.8 |
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
1221 W WHITEHALL RD, State College, PA 16801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nittany Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ferguson Twp El Sch (rated 9.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Pine Grove Mills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Radio Park El Sch (rated 9.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Spring Creek El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in State College, see our State College schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF VICTORY CATHOLIC SCHOOL State College | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Young Scholars of Central PA CS State College | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| State College Area HS State College | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Corl Street El Sch State College | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| LEARNING STATION State College | 0.9 mi | — |
| Centre Learning Community CS State College | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR CHILDREN'S CENTER State College | 1.4 mi | — |
| Easterly Parkway El Sch State College | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Nittany Valley CS State College | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| STATE COLLEGE FRIENDS SCHOOL State College | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| BENNETT FAMILY CENTER University Park | 2.3 mi | — |
| Radio Park El Sch State College | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Ferguson Twp El Sch Pine Grove Mills | 2.8 mi | 9.1 |
| GRACE PREP HIGH SCHOOL State College | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL State College | 2.5 mi | — |
| Mount Nittany El Sch State College | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Mount Nittany MS State College | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Park Forest MS State College | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Spring Creek El Sch State College | 4.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Park Forest El Sch State College | 4.0 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,821
Median Home Value
$400,400
Median Rent
$1,221/mo
Population
42,153
College Educated
66.6%
Homeownership
43.7%
Avg Commute
16.6 min
Poverty Rate
28.1%
Median Age
27.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| NEW SCHOOL MONTESSORI Lancaster, PA | 7.4 |
| OLNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS SCHOOL Columbia, PA | 7.4 |
| REGINA ANGELORUM ACADEMY Ardmore, PA | 7.4 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Gettysburg, PA | 7.4 |
| Nescopeck El Sch Nescopeck, PA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nittany Christian School
What grades does Nittany Christian School serve?
Nittany Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Nittany Christian School?
Nittany Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 121 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nittany Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nittany Christian School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Nittany Christian School rank in PA?
Nittany Christian School ranks #211 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Nittany Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nittany Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Nittany Christian School a private school?
Yes, Nittany Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Nittany Christian School a religious school?
Nittany Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 121
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Centre County
- Phone
- (814) 234-5652
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