Excellent
#79 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 9% of private schools
Seven Sorrows Bvm School
Elementary School
360 E WATER ST, Middletown, PA 17057
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#79 of 873
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Seven Sorrows Bvm School
Elementary School in Middletown · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Fink EL Sch
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About Seven Sorrows Bvm School
Seven Sorrows Bvm School is a private elementary school in Middletown, PA. Seven Sorrows Bvm School serves approximately 138 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Seven Sorrows Bvm School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #79 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 138 students, Seven Sorrows Bvm 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.
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Seven Sorrows Bvm School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Seven Sorrows Bvm 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Seven Sorrows Bvm School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Middletown, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Seven Sorrows Bvm School (this school) | 8.0 |
| Fink El Sch | 6.4 |
| Robert Reid El Sch | 6.3 |
| Middletown Area MS | 4.4 |
| Londonderry El Sch | 6.6 |
| Kunkel El Sch | 7.4 |
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
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
360 E WATER ST, Middletown, PA 17057
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Seven Sorrows Bvm School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. York Haven El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby York Haven), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Kunkel El Sch (rated 7.4/10, 3.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Red Mill El Sch (rated 6.9/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Etters), a more accessible option. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fink El Sch Middletown | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Middletown Area HS Middletown | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Robert Reid El Sch Middletown | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Middletown Area MS Middletown | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL Hummelstown | 2.7 mi | — |
| Londonderry El Sch Middletown | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Kunkel El Sch Middletown | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Lower Dauphin HS Hummelstown | 4.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Nye El Sch Hummelstown | 4.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Price Hummelstown | 4.5 mi | — |
| Lower Dauphin MS Hummelstown | 4.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Chambers Hill El Sch Harrisburg | 4.8 mi | 4.6 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hummels Town | 4.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Rutherford El Sch Harrisburg | 5.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Red Mill El Sch Etters | 4.9 mi | 6.9 |
| FIRST DISCOVERIES AT BRIGHT HORIZONS Hershey | 5.5 mi | — |
| THE SAMUEL SCHOOL Harrisburg | 5.0 mi | — |
| York Haven El Sch York Haven | 6.4 mi | 8.5 |
| LITTLE HANDS NURSERY SCHOOL, LLC Etters | 5.4 mi | — |
| HERSHEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hummelstown | 5.8 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,536
Median Home Value
$187,300
Median Rent
$1,122/mo
Population
23,143
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
68.2%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOLMESBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia, PA | 8.0 |
| Hydetown Elementary School Titusville, PA | 8.0 |
| Port Matilda El Sch Port Matilda, PA | 8.0 |
| ST ALOYSIUS ACADEMY Bryn Mawr, PA | 8.0 |
| ST PETERS SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 8.0 |
| STATE COLLEGE FRIENDS SCHOOL State College, PA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Seven Sorrows Bvm School
What grades does Seven Sorrows Bvm School serve?
Seven Sorrows Bvm School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Seven Sorrows Bvm School?
Seven Sorrows Bvm School has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Seven Sorrows Bvm School?
The student-teacher ratio at Seven Sorrows Bvm School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Seven Sorrows Bvm School rank in PA?
Seven Sorrows Bvm School ranks #79 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Seven Sorrows Bvm School's MySchoolScout rating?
Seven Sorrows Bvm School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Seven Sorrows Bvm School a private school?
Yes, Seven Sorrows Bvm School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Seven Sorrows Bvm School a religious school?
Seven Sorrows Bvm School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 138
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dauphin County
- Phone
- (717) 944-5371
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