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Pennsy Ridge School
Middle School
136 PENNSY RD, New Providence, PA 17560
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
28:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
28:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Pennsy Ridge School
Middle School in New Providence · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pennsy Ridge School
Pennsy Ridge School is a private middle school in New Providence, PA. Pennsy Ridge School serves approximately 28 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 28:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 28 students, Pennsy Ridge 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.
Pennsy Ridge School runs 28:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Pennsy Ridge 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 Pennsy Ridge School compares to the 1 public school in New Providence, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in New Providence
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pennsy Ridge School (this school) | — |
| Providence El Sch | 5.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Private · Amish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28:1
- Address
- 136 PENNSY RD, New Providence, PA 17560
- Phone
- (717) 419-4334
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in PA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
136 PENNSY RD, New Providence, PA 17560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pennsy Ridge School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Martin Meylin MS (rated 6.0/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Lampeter). Another option is Marticville MS (rated 5.6/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Pequea). Additionally, Smith MS (rated 3.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Quarryville). For more schools in New Providence, see our New Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Providence El Sch New Providence | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| TWIN ELM SCHOOL Strasburg | 3.3 mi | — |
| Quarryville El Sch Quarryville | 3.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Lampeter-Strasburg SHS Lampeter | 4.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Martin Meylin MS Lampeter | 4.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Hans Herr El Sch Lampeter | 4.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Lampeter El Sch Lampeter | 4.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Smith MS Quarryville | 4.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Lancaster County CTC - Willow Street Campus Willow Street | 4.8 mi | — |
| ROCKVALE AMISH SCHOOL Lancaster | 5.7 mi | — |
| Solanco HS Quarryville | 5.3 mi | 5.4 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Willow Street | 5.2 mi | — |
| Pequea El Sch Willow Street | 4.9 mi | 7.7 |
| GREENLAND AMISH SCHOOL Lancaster | 6.0 mi | — |
| ROCKY SPRINGS SCHOOL Lancaster | 5.6 mi | — |
| Martic El Sch Holtwood | 5.2 mi | 7.7 |
| MEADOWS OF HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Holtwood | 6.3 mi | — |
| Marticville MS Pequea | 5.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Smoketown El Sch Lancaster | 7.6 mi | 6.5 |
| LANCASTER MENNONITE SCHOOL NEW DANVILLE Lancaster | 6.3 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,963
Median Home Value
$231,100
Median Rent
$1,065/mo
Population
5,452
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
88.8%
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
40.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pennsy Ridge School
What grades does Pennsy Ridge School serve?
Pennsy Ridge School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Pennsy Ridge School?
Pennsy Ridge School has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pennsy Ridge School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pennsy Ridge School is 28:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Pennsy Ridge School a private school?
Yes, Pennsy Ridge School is a private coeducational school with a Amish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Pennsy Ridge School a religious school?
Pennsy Ridge School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Gender Split
- 64% M / 36% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Lancaster County
- Phone
- (717) 419-4334
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