Very Good
#233 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 27% of private schools
Pathways Education Center
High School
370 SENECA ST, Oil City, PA 16301
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#233 of 873
In Oil City
#1 of 3
public schools
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Pathways Education Center
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About Pathways Education Center
Pathways Education Center is a private high school in Oil City, PA. Pathways Education Center serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pathways Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #233 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 73 students, Pathways Education Center 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 7.4:1 students to teachers, Pathways Education Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Pathways Education Center 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 Pathways Education Center compares to the 6 public schools in Oil City, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Oil City
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pathways Education Center (this school) | 7.3 |
| Seventh Street Sch | 7.8 |
| Hasson Heights Sch | 7.2 |
| Smedley Street Sch | 6.1 |
| Venango Technology Center | — |
| Oil City Area MS | 5.1 |
| Oil City SHS | 6.2 |
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
370 SENECA ST, Oil City, PA 16301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pathways Education Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Rocky Grove JSHS (rated 7.6/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Franklin), with a very similar rating. Another option is VENANGO CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Titusville High School (rated 6.5/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Titusville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Oil City, see our Oil City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST STEPHEN SCHOOL Oil City | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Seventh Street Sch Oil City | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Smedley Street Sch Oil City | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Hasson Heights Sch Oil City | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Venango Technology Center Oil City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Oil City Area MS Oil City | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Oil City SHS Oil City | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| VENANGO CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Oil City | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Seneca | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Cranberry El Sch Seneca | 5.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Cranberry Area JSHS Seneca | 5.0 mi | 5.4 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seneca | 6.0 mi | — |
| Rocky Grove JSHS Franklin | 6.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Central El Sch Franklin | 6.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Sandycreek El Sch Franklin | 8.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Franklin Area JSHS Franklin | 8.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Valley Grove El Sch Franklin | 8.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Titusville Middle School Titusville | 13.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Main Street Elementary School Titusville | 13.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Titusville High School Titusville | 13.4 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,368
Median Home Value
$84,800
Median Rent
$809/mo
Population
15,067
College Educated
17.8%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
44.9
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|---|---|
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| ANTHONY WAYNE ACADEMY Philadelphia, PA | 7.4 |
| DEVEREUX MAPLETON SCHOOL Malvern, PA | 7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pathways Education Center
What grades does Pathways Education Center serve?
Pathways Education Center serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Pathways Education Center?
Pathways Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pathways Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Pathways Education Center is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Pathways Education Center rank in PA?
Pathways Education Center ranks #233 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Pathways Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Pathways Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pathways Education Center a private school?
Yes, Pathways Education Center 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 Pathways Education Center a religious school?
No, Pathways Education Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 73
- Gender Split
- 70% M / 30% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 254 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Venango County
- Phone
- (814) 678-0093
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