Needs Improvement
#806 of 873 private schools in PA
Oak Grove Parochial School
Middle School
125 GEPHART RD, Shippensburg, PA 17257
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.5
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
3.5
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#806 of 873
In Shippensburg
#2 of 3
public schools
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Oak Grove Parochial School
Middle School in Shippensburg · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Oak Grove Parochial School
Oak Grove Parochial School is a private middle school in Shippensburg, PA. Oak Grove Parochial School serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Grove Parochial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #806 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Oak Grove Parochial 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.
Oak Grove Parochial 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.
Oak Grove Parochial School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Oak Grove Parochial School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Shippensburg, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Oak Grove Parochial School (this school) | 3.5 |
| Grace B Luhrs Univ Elem | 4.5 |
| James Burd El Sch | 7.4 |
| Shippensburg Area Intrm Sch | 6.5 |
| Nancy Grayson El Sch | 5.4 |
| Shippensburg Area MS | 5.1 |
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
125 GEPHART RD, Shippensburg, PA 17257
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oak Grove Parochial School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. James Burd El Sch (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shippensburg Area SHS (rated 7.4/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shippensburg Area Intrm Sch (rated 6.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shippensburg, see our Shippensburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grace B Luhrs Univ Elem Shippensburg | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| James Burd El Sch Shippensburg | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Nancy Grayson El Sch Shippensburg | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Shippensburg Area Intrm Sch Shippensburg | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Shippensburg Area MS Shippensburg | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Shippensburg Area SHS Shippensburg | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| SUNSET PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Newburg | 3.4 mi | — |
| CEDAR KNOLL PAROCHIAL Shippensburg | 3.4 mi | — |
| MOWERSVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newburg | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| MEADOW RUN SCHOOL Newburg | 4.9 mi | — |
| MIDDLE RUN PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Shippensburg | 4.9 mi | 3.3 |
| MT ROCK PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Shippensburg | 5.4 mi | — |
| GREEN SPRING MENNONITE SCHOOL Newville | 5.2 mi | — |
| ANCHOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shippensburg | 5.4 mi | 5.5 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW SCHOOL Newburg | 6.6 mi | — |
| STONEY CREEK SCHOOL Orrstown | 5.5 mi | — |
| HICKORY LANE SCHOOL Newburg | 7.4 mi | — |
| Lurgan El Sch Lurgan | 6.4 mi | 4.8 |
| TUNNEL RUN SCHOOL Newburg | 7.1 mi | — |
| Grandview El Sch Chambersburg | 8.0 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17257 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,504
Median Home Value
$219,200
Median Rent
$1,058/mo
Population
29,116
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
67.9%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
34
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oak Grove Parochial School
What grades does Oak Grove Parochial School serve?
Oak Grove Parochial School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Oak Grove Parochial School?
Oak Grove Parochial School has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Grove Parochial School?
The student-teacher ratio at Oak Grove Parochial School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Oak Grove Parochial School rank in PA?
Oak Grove Parochial School ranks #806 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Oak Grove Parochial School's MySchoolScout rating?
Oak Grove Parochial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Oak Grove Parochial School a private school?
Yes, Oak Grove Parochial School is a private coeducational school with a Mennonite affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Oak Grove Parochial School a religious school?
Oak Grove Parochial School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Mennonite
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Cumberland County
- Phone
- (717) 530-5641
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