Needs Improvement
#873 of 873 private schools in PA
Railroad School
Middle School
LOTTSVILLE NIOBE RD, Bear Lake, PA 16402
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
30:1
Score
1.7
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
30:1
Score
1.7
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#873 of 873
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Railroad School
Middle School in Bear Lake · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Railroad School
Railroad School is a private middle school in Bear Lake, PA. Railroad School serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 30:1 student-teacher ratio. Railroad School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.7 out of 10 and ranks #873 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 1.7 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Railroad 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.
Railroad School runs 30:1 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.
Railroad 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.
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
LOTTSVILLE NIOBE RD, Bear Lake, PA 16402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Railroad School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Corry Area MS (rated 6.4/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Corry), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MEADOW VIEW AMISH SCHOOL (rated 1.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Sugar Grove), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bear Lake, see our Bear Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FOREST AMISH SCHOOL Sugar Grove | 2.2 mi | — |
| LITTLE ASH AMISH SCHOOL Surgar Grove | 2.8 mi | — |
| MEADOW VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Sugar Grove | 3.7 mi | 1.9 |
| STONEY RUN AMISH SCHOOL Sugar Grove | 3.9 mi | — |
| FOREST AMISH SCHOOL Sugar Grove | 3.9 mi | — |
| CLOVER HILL SCHOOL Panama | 5.4 mi | — |
| PANAMA K-6 SCHOOL Panama | 7.0 mi | 7.7 |
| PANAMA HIGH SCHOOL Panama | 7.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Corry Area Intrmd Sch Corry | 7.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ROUND HILL SCHOOL Sugar Grove | 8.1 mi | — |
| BEAVER VALLEY SCHOOL Sugar Grove | 8.8 mi | — |
| COZY CORNERS AMISH SCHOOL Sugar Grove | 9.3 mi | — |
| Youngsville El Sch Youngsville | 11.0 mi | 5.2 |
| CLYMER CENTRAL SCHOOL Clymer | 9.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Corry Area MS Corry | 9.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Corry Area HS Corry | 9.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Youngsville MS/HS Youngsville | 11.2 mi | 6.8 |
| MAPLE LANE SCHOOL Clymer | 10.7 mi | — |
| BEMUS POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bemus Point | 12.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Corry Area Primary Sch Corry | 10.2 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,783
Median Home Value
$85,900
Population
570
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
90.6%
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
54.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MEADOW VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Sugar Grove, PA | 1.9 |
| BOWER HOLLOW PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Woodward, PA | 2.2 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW SCHOOL South Williamsport, PA | 2.2 |
| MUDDY RUN AMISH SCHOOL Bird In Hand, PA | 2.2 |
| BAREFOOT SCHOOL Milroy, PA | 2.3 |
| QUARRY ROAD SCHOOL Woodward, PA | 2.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Railroad School
What grades does Railroad School serve?
Railroad School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Railroad School?
Railroad School has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Railroad School?
The student-teacher ratio at Railroad School is 30:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Railroad School rank in PA?
Railroad School ranks #873 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Railroad School's MySchoolScout rating?
Railroad School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Railroad School a private school?
Yes, Railroad 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 Railroad School a religious school?
Railroad School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 30:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Warren County
- Phone
- (717) 442-0952
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