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#740 of 873 private schools in PA
Sewickley Academy
School
315 ACADEMY AVE, Sewickley, PA 15143
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
85.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
85.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#740 of 873
In Sewickley
#3 of 3
public schools
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About Sewickley Academy
Sewickley Academy is a private school in Sewickley, PA. Sewickley Academy serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 85.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sewickley Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #740 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Sewickley Academy runs 85.8:1 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.
Sewickley Academy 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 Sewickley Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Sewickley, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sewickley Academy (this school) | 5.0 |
| Edgeworth El Sch | 9.4 |
| Quaker Valley MS | 7.9 |
| Osborne El Sch | 9.3 |
| Franklin El Sch | 9.1 |
| Pennsylvania Distance Learning CS | 4.1 |
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
315 ACADEMY AVE, Sewickley, PA 15143
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sewickley Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Edgeworth El Sch (rated 9.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Quaker Valley HS (rated 9.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Leetsdale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Osborne El Sch (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sewickley, see our Sewickley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edgeworth El Sch Sewickley | 0.3 mi | 9.4 |
| NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN Sewickley | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sewickley | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Quaker Valley MS Sewickley | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Quaker Valley HS Leetsdale | 1.3 mi | 9.4 |
| Richard J. Hyde El Sch Moon Township | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Osborne El Sch Sewickley | 1.5 mi | 9.3 |
| J.A. Allard El Sch Moon Township | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| WATSON INSTITUTE Sewickley | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Moon Area Upper MS Moon Township | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Moon Area Lower MS Moon Township | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Cornell El Sch Coraopolis | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Cornell HS Coraopolis | 2.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Moon Area SHS Moon Township | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| RHEMA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coraopolis | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| J H Brooks El Sch Moon Township | 3.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Bon Meade El Sch Moon Township | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Moon Township | 2.7 mi | — |
| Highland El Sch Ambridge | 3.6 mi | 2.6 |
| OUR LADY OF THE SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL Coraopolis | 3.5 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,339
Median Home Value
$434,900
Median Rent
$1,356/mo
Population
21,949
College Educated
60.4%
Homeownership
81.2%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
46.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sankofa Freedom Academy CS Philadelphia, PA | 5.0 |
| EDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pittsburgh, PA | 4.9 |
| MOUNT CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Elizabethtown, PA | 5.2 |
| Sugar Valley Rural CS Loganton, PA | 5.4 |
| DUBOIS AREA CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Du Bois, PA | 5.5 |
| SHALOM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chambersburg, PA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sewickley Academy
What grades does Sewickley Academy serve?
Sewickley Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Sewickley Academy?
Sewickley Academy has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sewickley Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Sewickley Academy is 85.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sewickley Academy rank in PA?
Sewickley Academy ranks #740 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Sewickley Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sewickley Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sewickley Academy a private school?
Yes, Sewickley Academy 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 Sewickley Academy a religious school?
No, Sewickley Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 515
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 85.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 741-2230
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