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Pleasant Valley Paroch School
Middle School
1635 DIAMOND STATION RD, Ephrata, PA 17522
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Pleasant Valley Paroch School
Middle School in Ephrata · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pleasant Valley Paroch School
Pleasant Valley Paroch School is a private middle school in Ephrata, PA. Pleasant Valley Paroch School serves approximately 24 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 12:1 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 24 students, Pleasant Valley Paroch 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.
Pleasant Valley Paroch 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.
Pleasant Valley Paroch 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 Pleasant Valley Paroch School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Ephrata, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pleasant Valley Paroch School (this school) | — |
| Fulton El Sch | 7.3 |
| Highland El Sch | 7.3 |
| Ephrata Intermediate Sch | 7.3 |
| Ephrata MS | 5.3 |
| Clay El Sch | 6.5 |
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
- 24 students
- Type
- Private · Amish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Address
- 1635 DIAMOND STATION RD, Ephrata, PA 17522
- Phone
- (717) 721-6663
- 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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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1635 DIAMOND STATION RD, Ephrata, PA 17522
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant Valley Paroch School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ephrata Intermediate Sch (rated 7.3/10, 2.6 miles away). Another option is Ephrata MS (rated 5.3/10, 2.6 miles away). Additionally, LINDEN GROVE SCHOOL (rated 4.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby New Holland). For more schools in Ephrata, see our Ephrata schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CONESTOGA VIEW SCHOOL Ephrata | 0.8 mi | — |
| PLEASANT VALLEY MENNONITE SCHOOL Ephrata | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Fulton El Sch Ephrata | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| FARMERSVILLE MENNONITE SCHOOL Ephrata | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Akron El Sch Akron | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Lancaster County CTC - Brownstown Campus Ephrata | 1.8 mi | — |
| DIAMOND ROAD PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Ephrata | 1.7 mi | — |
| Highland El Sch Ephrata | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| OUR MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ephrata | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| OLIVE BRANCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ephrata | 2.2 mi | — |
| Ephrata SHS Ephrata | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Ephrata MS Ephrata | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Ephrata Intermediate Sch Ephrata | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Brownstown El Sch Brownstown | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| WOOD CREST PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Ephrata | 3.0 mi | 3.4 |
| SPRINGVILLE MENNONITE SCHOOL Ephrata | 3.6 mi | 6.1 |
| LINDEN GROVE SCHOOL New Holland | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| HINKLETOWN MENNONITE SCHOOL Ephrata | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Leola El Sch Leola | 4.5 mi | 5.1 |
| VERITAS ACADEMY Leola | 4.7 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17522 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,865
Median Home Value
$263,600
Median Rent
$1,171/mo
Population
33,601
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
38.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant Valley Paroch School
What grades does Pleasant Valley Paroch School serve?
Pleasant Valley Paroch School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Pleasant Valley Paroch School?
Pleasant Valley Paroch School has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley Paroch School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley Paroch School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Pleasant Valley Paroch School a private school?
Yes, Pleasant Valley Paroch 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 Pleasant Valley Paroch School a religious school?
Pleasant Valley Paroch School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 24
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Lancaster County
- Phone
- (717) 721-6663
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