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#395 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 45% of private schools
River Rock Academy Newville Campus
School
399 ROXBURY RD, Newville, PA 17241
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
4th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#395 of 873
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About River Rock Academy Newville Campus
River Rock Academy Newville Campus is a private school in Newville, PA. River Rock Academy Newville Campus serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. River Rock Academy Newville Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #395 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 31 students, River Rock Academy Newville Campus 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 4.4:1 students to teachers, River Rock Academy Newville Campus sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
River Rock Academy Newville Campus 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 River Rock Academy Newville Campus compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Newville, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| River Rock Academy Newville Campus (this school) | 6.7 |
| Newville El Sch | 7.2 |
| Big Spring MS | 6.4 |
| Mount Rock Elem Sch | 8.3 |
| Big Spring HS | 6.8 |
| Oak Flat 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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
399 ROXBURY RD, Newville, PA 17241
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Rock Academy Newville Campus may also want to explore other schools in the area. Oak Flat El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 6.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blain El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Blain), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mount Rock Elem Sch (rated 8.3/10, 5.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newville, see our Newville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HICKORY LANE SCHOOL Newburg | 2.5 mi | — |
| GREEN SPRING MENNONITE SCHOOL Newville | 4.6 mi | — |
| MEADOW RUN SCHOOL Newburg | 4.7 mi | — |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW SCHOOL Newburg | 4.2 mi | — |
| Newville El Sch Newville | 4.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Big Spring MS Newville | 5.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Mount Rock Elem Sch Newville | 5.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Big Spring HS Newville | 5.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Oak Flat El Sch Newville | 6.1 mi | 8.5 |
| MANASSA SCHOOL Blain | 7.4 mi | — |
| CEDAR KNOLL PAROCHIAL Shippensburg | 8.4 mi | — |
| SUNSET PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Newburg | 7.9 mi | — |
| CLARKS RUN SCHOOL Blain | 8.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Blain El Sch Blain | 8.9 mi | 8.4 |
| OAK GROVE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Shippensburg | 9.1 mi | 3.5 |
| MOWERSVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newburg | 9.2 mi | 6.0 |
| STONY POINT SCHOOL Loysville | 10.6 mi | — |
| Grace B Luhrs Univ Elem Shippensburg | 10.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Shippensburg Area Intrm Sch Shippensburg | 11.3 mi | 6.5 |
| James Burd El Sch Shippensburg | 11.2 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,371
Median Home Value
$208,400
Median Rent
$978/mo
Population
11,094
College Educated
16.6%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
41.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Rock Academy Newville Campus
What grades does River Rock Academy Newville Campus serve?
River Rock Academy Newville Campus serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend River Rock Academy Newville Campus?
River Rock Academy Newville Campus has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Rock Academy Newville Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at River Rock Academy Newville Campus is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does River Rock Academy Newville Campus rank in PA?
River Rock Academy Newville Campus ranks #395 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is River Rock Academy Newville Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
River Rock Academy Newville Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is River Rock Academy Newville Campus a private school?
Yes, River Rock Academy Newville Campus 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 River Rock Academy Newville Campus a religious school?
No, River Rock Academy Newville Campus is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 31
- Gender Split
- 87% M / 13% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Cumberland County
- Phone
- (717) 208-3349
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