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#587 of 873 private schools in PA
Northern Dauphin Christian School
School
1072 STATE ROUTE 25, Millersburg, PA 17061
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#587 of 873
In Millersburg
#2 of 2
public schools
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Northern Dauphin Christian School
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About Northern Dauphin Christian School
Northern Dauphin Christian School is a private school in Millersburg, PA. Northern Dauphin Christian School serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Northern Dauphin Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #587 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, Northern Dauphin 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, Northern Dauphin Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Northern Dauphin 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 Northern Dauphin Christian School compares to the 3 public schools in Millersburg, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Millersburg
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Northern Dauphin Christian School (this school) | 6.0 |
| Millersburg Area High School | 7.5 |
| Millersburg Area Middle School | 5.1 |
| Lenkerville Elementary School | 7.6 |
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.
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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
1072 STATE ROUTE 25, Millersburg, PA 17061
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northern Dauphin Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Halifax Area HS (rated 7.7/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Halifax), which scores notably higher. Another option is Line Mountain HS (rated 7.7/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Herndon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lenkerville Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Millersburg, see our Millersburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHERN DAUPHIN COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Millersburg | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Millersburg Area High School Millersburg | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Millersburg Area Middle School Millersburg | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Lenkerville Elementary School Millersburg | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| RIVERVIEW SCHOOL CLEON MARTIN Liverpool | 6.4 mi | — |
| Halifax Area El Sch Halifax | 6.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Halifax Area HS Halifax | 6.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Halifax Area MS Halifax | 6.8 mi | 5.2 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW Port Trevorton | 7.1 mi | — |
| Upper Dauphin Area HS Elizabethville | 5.6 mi | 5.7 |
| RAKERS MILL SCHOOL Elizabethville | 5.8 mi | — |
| WHITE OAK SCHOOL Port Trevorton | 8.2 mi | 2.8 |
| LEANING OAK SCHOOL Mount Pleasant Mills | 8.1 mi | — |
| LAKE VIEW SCHOOL: DAVID BRUBAKER Port Trevorton | 8.6 mi | 2.9 |
| CHAPMAN PAROCHIAL SCHOOL-JOHN WAYNEGOOD-CHAIRMAN O Port Trevorton | 9.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Line Mountain HS Herndon | 8.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Line Mountain MS Herndon | 8.9 mi | 4.5 |
| STONEY MEADOW SCHOOL Mount Pleasant Mills | 9.6 mi | — |
| SHADY GROVE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Port Trevorton | 11.1 mi | — |
| Upper Dauphin Area MS Lykens | 8.7 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17061 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,031
Median Home Value
$165,500
Median Rent
$829/mo
Population
6,825
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
73.9%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Huntingdon, PA | 6.0 |
| FAIRVIEW MENNONITE SCHOOL Lebanon, PA | 6.0 |
| FAITH TABERNACLE SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 6.0 |
| FARMERSVILLE MENNONITE SCHOOL Ephrata, PA | 6.0 |
| HOPE for Hyndman Charter School Hyndman, PA | 6.0 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oxford, PA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northern Dauphin Christian School
What grades does Northern Dauphin Christian School serve?
Northern Dauphin Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Northern Dauphin Christian School?
Northern Dauphin Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northern Dauphin Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northern Dauphin Christian School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Northern Dauphin Christian School rank in PA?
Northern Dauphin Christian School ranks #587 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Northern Dauphin Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northern Dauphin Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Northern Dauphin Christian School a private school?
Yes, Northern Dauphin 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 Northern Dauphin Christian School a religious school?
Northern Dauphin Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Dauphin County
- Phone
- (717) 692-1940
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