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#466 of 873 private schools in PA
Praise Christian Academy
Elementary School
245 FOSTER RD, North Versailles, PA 15137
Enrollment
111
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
111
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#466 of 873
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Praise Christian Academy
Elementary School in North Versailles · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Praise Christian Academy
Praise Christian Academy is a private elementary school in North Versailles, PA. Praise Christian Academy serves approximately 111 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Praise Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #466 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 111 students, Praise 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.
Praise 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 Praise Christian Academy compares to the 2 public schools in North Versailles, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in North Versailles
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Praise Christian Academy (this school) | 6.4 |
| East Allegheny JSHS | 4.5 |
| Logan El Sch | 6.7 |
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
245 FOSTER RD, North Versailles, PA 15137
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Praise Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Trafford El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Trafford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ramsey El Sch (rated 7.7/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Monroeville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stewartsville El Sch (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby North Huntingdon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in North Versailles, see our North Versailles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Logan El Sch North Versailles | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| East Allegheny JSHS North Versailles | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Westinghouse Arts Academy CS Wilmerding | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Francis McClure El Sch Mckeesport | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ADELPHOI EDUCATION AT HARTFORD HEIGHTS North Huntingdon | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| MARY OF NAZARETH CATHOLIC S White Oak | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Trafford MS Trafford | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Trafford El Sch Trafford | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Propel CS-Pitcairn Pittsburgh | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Propel CS-East Pittsburgh | 2.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy Turtle Creek | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Stewartsville El Sch North Huntingdon | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| McKeesport Area SHS Mckeesport | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Founders Hall Middle Sch Mckeesport | 2.6 mi | 2.3 |
| Duquesne El Sch Duquesne | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Life Male STEAM Academy CS Pittsburgh | 3.7 mi | 3.4 |
| SERRA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mckeesport | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Propel CS-McKeesport Pittsburgh | 3.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Ramsey El Sch Monroeville | 3.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Greenock El Sch Mckeesport | 4.3 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15137 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,766
Median Home Value
$115,300
Median Rent
$869/mo
Population
10,075
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
50.1
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|---|---|
| LUTHER MEMORIAL ACADEMY Erie, PA | 6.4 |
| REACH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Myerstown, PA | 6.4 |
| ST JOHN NEUMANN REGIONAL SCHOOL Palmerton, PA | 6.4 |
| ST JOHN NEUMANN REGIONAL SCHOOL Slatington, PA | 6.4 |
| HOLY ROSARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Duryea, PA | 6.5 |
| PLEASANT VALLEY MENNONITE SCHOOL Ephrata, PA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Praise Christian Academy
What grades does Praise Christian Academy serve?
Praise Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Praise Christian Academy?
Praise Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 111 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Praise Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Praise Christian Academy is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Praise Christian Academy rank in PA?
Praise Christian Academy ranks #466 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Praise Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Praise Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Praise Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Praise Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Assembly of God affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Praise Christian Academy a religious school?
Praise Christian Academy has a Assembly of God religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 111
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Assembly of God
- School Day
- 6.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 829-0400
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