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Providence Christian Academy
School
3583 SCOTLAND RD, Scotland, PA 17254
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Providence Christian Academy
Providence Christian Academy is a Baptist private school in Scotland, PA 17254. The school serves approximately 18 students in grades Kindergarten – 10th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $135,321, where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 18 students, Providence Christian Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.3:1, Providence Christian Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Providence Christian Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2024 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $8,568
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $8,600
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 1.00x — Stable
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 50%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $694,910
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 18 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Schools in Scotland
No public schools found in Scotland for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 10th
- Enrollment
- 18 students
- Type
- Private · Baptist
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Address
- 3583 SCOTLAND RD, Scotland, PA 17254
- Phone
- (717) 298-8090
- 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 Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3583 SCOTLAND RD, Scotland, PA 17254
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Providence Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. ANCHOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Shippensburg). Another option is CULBERTSON CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Chambersburg). Additionally, CULBERTSON MENNONITE SCHOOL (rated 4.7/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Chambersburg). For more schools in Scotland, see our Scotland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GLOBAL VISION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scotland | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Scotland El Sch Chambersburg | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Grandview El Sch Chambersburg | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CHAMBERSBURG Chambersburg | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION CENTER Chambersburg | 2.2 mi | — |
| Chambersburg Area MS - North Chambersburg | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| CULBERTSON MENNONITE SCHOOL Chambersburg | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| CULBERTSON CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Chambersburg | 2.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Guilford Hills El Sch Chambersburg | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ANCHOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shippensburg | 3.8 mi | 5.5 |
| MT ROCK PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Shippensburg | 3.6 mi | — |
| Falling Spring El Sch Chambersburg | 4.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Chambersburg Area MS - South Chambersburg | 4.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Buchanan El Sch Chambersburg | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Chambersburg | 4.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Chambersburg Area SHS Chambersburg | 4.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Fayetteville El Sch Fayetteville | 4.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Benjamin Chambers El Sch Chambersburg | 4.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Stevens El Sch Chambersburg | 5.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Shippensburg Area SHS Shippensburg | 5.6 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17254 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,321
Median Home Value
$270,700
Population
497
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
2%
Median Age
45.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Providence Christian Academy has a median household income of $135,321. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $270,700. The local poverty rate of 2.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Providence Christian Academy
What grades does Providence Christian Academy serve?
Providence Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 10th.
How many students attend Providence Christian Academy?
Providence Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Providence Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Providence Christian Academy is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Providence Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Providence Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Providence Christian Academy a religious school?
Providence Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 10th
- Enrollment
- 18
- Gender Split
- 67% M / 33% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- FRANKLIN
- Phone
- (717) 298-8090
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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