Very Good
#90 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 10% of private schools
Providence Heights Alpha School
Elementary School
9000 BABCOCK BLVD, Allison Park, PA 15101
Enrollment
133
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
133
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#90 of 873
In Allison Park
#1 of 2
public schools
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Providence Heights Alpha School
Elementary School in Allison Park · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Providence Heights Alpha School
Providence Heights Alpha School is a private elementary school in Allison Park, PA. Providence Heights Alpha School serves approximately 133 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Providence Heights Alpha School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #90 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 133 students, Providence Heights Alpha 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.
At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Providence Heights Alpha School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Providence Heights Alpha 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 Providence Heights Alpha School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Allison Park, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Providence Heights Alpha School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Hosack El Sch | 9.3 |
| Wyland El Sch | 8.9 |
| Hampton MS | 7.6 |
| Burchfield Primary Sch | 9.6 |
| Central El Sch | 8.5 |
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
9000 BABCOCK BLVD, Allison Park, PA 15101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Providence Heights Alpha School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hosack El Sch (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wyland El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, McKnight El Sch (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Allison Park, see our Allison Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Peebles El Sch Pittsburgh | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| A W Beattie Career Center Allison Park | 0.7 mi | — |
| Hosack El Sch Allison Park | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| McKnight El Sch Pittsburgh | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Carson MS Pittsburgh | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| McIntyre El Sch Pittsburgh | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER 1280 Pittsburgh | 2.2 mi | — |
| Wyland El Sch Allison Park | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| EDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| HOLY CROSS ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| THE GLEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Ingomar El Sch Pittsburgh | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| WESTERN PA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Allison Park | 2.2 mi | — |
| Shaler Area El Sch Glenshaw | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Scott Primary Sch Glenshaw | 2.7 mi | 8.3 |
| North Hills HS Pittsburgh | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Ross El Sch Pittsburgh | 3.2 mi | 8.6 |
| North Hills MS Pittsburgh | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| North Allegheny HS Wexford | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| West View El Sch Pittsburgh | 3.5 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,496
Median Home Value
$315,500
Median Rent
$1,211/mo
Population
25,841
College Educated
58.4%
Homeownership
77.2%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
44.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Harmony Area El Sch Westover, PA | 7.9 |
| ST. JOHN NEUMANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lancaster, PA | 7.9 |
| HOLMESBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia, PA | 8.0 |
| Port Matilda El Sch Port Matilda, PA | 8.0 |
| SEVEN SORROWS BVM SCHOOL Middletown, PA | 8.0 |
| ST ALOYSIUS ACADEMY Bryn Mawr, PA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Providence Heights Alpha School
What grades does Providence Heights Alpha School serve?
Providence Heights Alpha School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Providence Heights Alpha School?
Providence Heights Alpha School has an enrollment of approximately 133 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Providence Heights Alpha School?
The student-teacher ratio at Providence Heights Alpha School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Providence Heights Alpha School rank in PA?
Providence Heights Alpha School ranks #90 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Providence Heights Alpha School's MySchoolScout rating?
Providence Heights Alpha School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Providence Heights Alpha School a private school?
Yes, Providence Heights Alpha School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic 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 Heights Alpha School a religious school?
Providence Heights Alpha School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 133
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 366-4455
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