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Sawmill Road School
Elementary School
1113 SAWMILL RD, Punxsutawney, PA 15767
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Sawmill Road School
Elementary School in Punxsutawney · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sawmill Road School
Sawmill Road School is a private elementary school in Punxsutawney, PA. Sawmill Road School serves approximately 27 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 27 students, Sawmill Road 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.
Sawmill Road 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.
Sawmill Road School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
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BetaHow Sawmill Road School compares to the 1 public school in Punxsutawney, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Punxsutawney
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sawmill Road School (this school) | — |
| Punxsutawney Area HS | 5.2 |
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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Private · Amish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Address
- 1113 SAWMILL RD, Punxsutawney, PA 15767
- 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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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1113 SAWMILL RD, Punxsutawney, PA 15767
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sawmill Road School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. W.A. McCreery El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Marion Center). Another option is Punxsutawney Area El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Punxutawney). Additionally, SS COSMAS & DAMIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 5.1 miles away). For more schools in Punxsutawney, see our Punxsutawney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LONE MAPLE AMISH SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| SPRING RUN SCHOOL Rochester Mills | 1.5 mi | — |
| WEST CREEK SCHOOL Smicksburg | 2.9 mi | — |
| OAK GROVE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Smicksburg | 2.7 mi | — |
| PUMPKIN RIDGE Smicksburg | 3.6 mi | — |
| PINE RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Marion Center | 4.6 mi | — |
| SS COSMAS & DAMIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Punxsutawney | 5.1 mi | 4.8 |
| 347 KUHNS RD Smicksburg | 4.3 mi | — |
| PLEASANT VIEW Smicksburg | 4.6 mi | — |
| SHADY LANE AMISH SCHOOL Smicksburg | 4.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Punxsutawney Area HS Punxsutawney | 5.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Punxsutawney Area El Sch Punxutawney | 6.0 mi | 7.5 |
| HILLTOP AMISH SCHOOL Marion Center | 6.0 mi | — |
| W.A. McCreery El Sch Marion Center | 7.7 mi | 8.0 |
| SHADY RUN AMISH SCHOOL Smicksburg | 5.9 mi | — |
| Marion Center Area JR/SR HS Marion Center | 7.7 mi | 6.5 |
| CANOE RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Rossiter | 6.1 mi | — |
| HEMLOCK ACRES AMISH Smicksburg | 6.0 mi | 2.7 |
| ROSE VALLEY SCHOOL Marion Center | 7.4 mi | — |
| CLOVER VALLEY AMISH SCHOOL Smicksburg | 6.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15767 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,907
Median Home Value
$125,700
Median Rent
$823/mo
Population
14,136
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
70.4%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
43
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sawmill Road School
What grades does Sawmill Road School serve?
Sawmill Road School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Sawmill Road School?
Sawmill Road School has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sawmill Road School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sawmill Road School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Sawmill Road School a private school?
Yes, Sawmill Road 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 Sawmill Road School a religious school?
Sawmill Road School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Indiana County
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