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#454 of 873 private schools in PA
Penn Christian Academy
Elementary School
199 AIRPORT RD, Butler, PA 16002
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#454 of 873
In Butler
#3 of 6
public schools
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Penn Christian Academy
Elementary School in Butler · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Penn Christian Academy
Penn Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Butler, PA. Penn Christian Academy serves approximately 159 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Penn Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #454 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 159 students, Penn Christian Academy 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 8.1:1 students to teachers, Penn Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Penn Christian Academy 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 Penn Christian Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Butler, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Penn Christian Academy (this school) | 6.5 |
| McQuistion El Sch | 6.9 |
| Butler Area IHS | 7.1 |
| Broad Street El Sch | 7.6 |
| Northwest El Sch | 8.0 |
| Emily Brittain El Sch | 6.4 |
| Summit Township El Sch | 7.1 |
| Center Township El Sch | 7.3 |
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
199 AIRPORT RD, Butler, PA 16002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Penn Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Northwest El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 6.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Broad Street El Sch (rated 7.6/10, 6.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mars Area El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Mars), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Butler, see our Butler schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY SEPULCHER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| McQuistion El Sch Butler | 5.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Butler Area IHS Butler | 5.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Butler County Area Vocational Technical School Butler | 5.9 mi | — |
| Mars Area Centennial Sch Mars | 5.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Butler Area SHS Butler | 6.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Connoquenessing El Sch Renfrew | 5.1 mi | 7.3 |
| HIS KIDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler | 4.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Northwest El Sch Butler | 6.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Broad Street El Sch Butler | 6.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Mars Area MS Mars | 6.1 mi | 5.1 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler | 6.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Mars Area El Sch Mars | 6.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Emily Brittain El Sch Butler | 6.3 mi | 6.4 |
| LONGMORE ACADEMY Mars | 6.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Mars Area SHS Mars | 6.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Mars Area Primary Ctr Mars | 6.3 mi | 3.9 |
| BUTLER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 6.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ADELPHOI EDUCATION AT BUTLER Butler | 6.5 mi | — |
| Knoch HS Saxonburg | 6.0 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,676
Median Home Value
$256,200
Median Rent
$787/mo
Population
15,722
College Educated
26.3%
Homeownership
85.8%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOLY ROSARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Duryea, PA | 6.5 |
| MOTHER OF PROVIDENCE REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wallingford, PA | 6.5 |
| NOTRE DAME DE LOURDES SCHOOL Swarthmore, PA | 6.5 |
| QUEEN OF ANGELS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Willow Grove, PA | 6.5 |
| ST PETER THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 6.5 |
| ST, JOSEPH ST. ROBERT SCHOOL Warrington, PA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Penn Christian Academy
What grades does Penn Christian Academy serve?
Penn Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Penn Christian Academy?
Penn Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Penn Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Penn Christian Academy is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Penn Christian Academy rank in PA?
Penn Christian Academy ranks #454 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Penn Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Penn Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Penn Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Penn Christian Academy 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 Penn Christian Academy a religious school?
Penn Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 159
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 166 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Butler County
- Phone
- (724) 586-5200
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