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Sandy Ridge School
Middle School
15 SERENITY ACRES LN, Mill Hall, PA 17751
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
26:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
26:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Sandy Ridge School
Sandy Ridge School is a Amish private middle school in Mill Hall, PA 17751. The school serves approximately 26 students in grades 1st – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 26:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $71,386, where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 26 students, Sandy Ridge School 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.
The student-teacher ratio at Sandy Ridge School is 26:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
As a private school, Sandy Ridge School 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Sandy Ridge School compares to the 3 public schools in Mill Hall, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Mill Hall
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sandy Ridge School (this school) | — |
| Mill Hall El Sch | 6.6 |
| Central Mountain MS | 6.6 |
| Central Mountain HS | 5.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Private · Amish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26:1
- Address
- 15 SERENITY ACRES LN, Mill Hall, PA 17751
- Phone
- (570) 726-6782
- 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
15 SERENITY ACRES LN, Mill Hall, PA 17751
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sandy Ridge School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Liberty-Curtin El Sch (rated 8.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Blanchard). Another option is Miles Township El Sch (rated 7.8/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Rebersburg). Additionally, Marion-Walker El Sch (rated 7.7/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Bellefonte). For more schools in Mill Hall, see our Mill Hall schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LITTLE NITTANY SCHOOL Howard | 2.2 mi | — |
| SUNNY MEADOW PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Howard | 3.0 mi | — |
| FISHING CREEK PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Mill Hall | 3.4 mi | — |
| Liberty-Curtin El Sch Blanchard | 4.2 mi | 8.2 |
| LOCUST GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Beech Creek | 5.5 mi | — |
| Marion-Walker El Sch Bellefonte | 5.1 mi | 7.7 |
| SUNSET VIEW SCHOOL Howard | 4.8 mi | — |
| HUBLER RIDGE SCHOOL Bellefonte | 5.4 mi | — |
| MACKEYVILLE SCHOOL Mackeyville | 5.1 mi | — |
| PEACH LANE AMISH SCHOOL Spring Mills | 7.0 mi | — |
| Mill Hall El Sch Mill Hall | 6.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Central Mountain MS Mill Hall | 6.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Central Mountain HS Mill Hall | 7.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Howard El Sch Howard | 5.5 mi | 7.1 |
| WEST BRANCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mill Hall | 7.4 mi | 5.2 |
| SPRING BANK SCHOOL Rebersburg | 7.4 mi | — |
| ROCKVILLE SCHOOL Rebersburg | 7.0 mi | — |
| COYOTE RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Mill Hall | 6.8 mi | — |
| ELK CREEK SCHOOL Rebersburg | 7.8 mi | — |
| Miles Township El Sch Rebersburg | 7.7 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17751 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,386
Median Home Value
$208,100
Median Rent
$853/mo
Population
7,145
College Educated
19.7%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
42.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sandy Ridge School has a median household income of $71,386. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $208,100, with a median rent of $853/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.5%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| ADELPHOI EDUCATION PARTIAL HOSPITALIZATION Latrobe, PA | — |
| BACK MOUNTAIN AMISH SCHOOL Milroy, PA | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sandy Ridge School
What grades does Sandy Ridge School serve?
Sandy Ridge School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Sandy Ridge School?
Sandy Ridge School has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sandy Ridge School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sandy Ridge School is 26:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Sandy Ridge School a private school?
Yes, Sandy Ridge 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 Sandy Ridge School a religious school?
Sandy Ridge School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Low (39/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Mill Hall). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 5.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- CLINTON
- Phone
- (570) 726-6782
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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