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Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars

Elementary School

1240 GRENOBLE RD, Ivyland, PA 18974

Private

Enrollment

45

Student-Teacher

22.5:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – Kindergarten

Data vintage2021-22

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Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars

5.2/10

Elementary School in Ivyland · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars

Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars is a private elementary school in Ivyland, PA. Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #728 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares1.2 pts below PA schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 45 students, Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars 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.

Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars runs 22.5:1 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.

Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars 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.

Schools in Ivyland

No public schools found in Ivyland for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 2.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 22.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,295
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 41%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Enrollment 45
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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)

White 75.6%
Asian 8.9%
Hispanic 6.7%
Black 4.4%
Two or More 4.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1240 GRENOBLE RD, Ivyland, PA 18974

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wrightstown El Sch (rated 9.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Wrightstown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bridge Valley El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Furlong), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Warwick El Sch (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Jamison), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ivyland, see our Ivyland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
RAINBOW ACADEMY Ivyland 0.0 mi
Maureen M Welch El Sch Churchville 2.4 mi 6.9
Warwick El Sch Jamison 2.0 mi 7.6
SUNNY TREE HOUSE Richboro 2.3 mi
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Jamison 2.4 mi
KEYSTONE FREEDOM ACADEMY Warminster 3.0 mi 6.4
McDonald El Sch Warminster 3.4 mi 5.4
Richboro El Sch Richboro 3.0 mi 7.6
Middle Bucks Institute of Technology Jamison 3.1 mi
Davis El Sch Southampton 3.6 mi 7.1
Jamison El Sch Jamison 2.9 mi 7.5
Churchville El Sch Churchville 3.5 mi 7.6
Klinger MS Southampton 3.7 mi 5.7
COMPREHENSIVE LEARNING CENTER Warminster 3.6 mi 6.8
ARCHBISHOP WOOD HIGH SCHOOL Warminster 3.4 mi 5.6
William Tennent HS Warminster 4.0 mi 6.4
Wrightstown El Sch Wrightstown 3.4 mi 9.5
Bridge Valley El Sch Furlong 3.7 mi 8.3
MONTESSORI CHILDREN HOUSE Warminster 4.0 mi
FIRST CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Southampton 4.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 18974 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,724

Median Home Value

$407,300

Median Rent

$1,634/mo

Population

42,984

College Educated

39.5%

Homeownership

74.9%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

45.9

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SHEPHERD'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia, PA 5.5
BRADFORD AREA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bradford, PA 5.7
GREENWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL Millville, PA 5.8
INDIAN VALLEY KINDERGARTEN AND FIRST GRADE Souderton, PA 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars

What grades does Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars serve?

Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.

How many students attend Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars?

Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars?

The student-teacher ratio at Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars rank in PA?

Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars ranks #728 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars's MySchoolScout rating?

Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars a private school?

Yes, Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars a religious school?

No, Rainbow Academy for Little Scholars is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
45
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
185 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bucks County

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