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Shade Mountain School
Middle School
1254 TENNIS PARK RD, Mc Alisterville, PA 17049
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
24:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
24:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Shade Mountain School
Shade Mountain School is a Amish private middle school in Mc Alisterville, PA 17049. The school serves approximately 24 students in grades 1st – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 24:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $66,792, where 13% 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 24 students, Shade Mountain 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 Shade Mountain School is 24:1, 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, Shade Mountain 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.
Schools in Mc Alisterville
No public schools found in Mc Alisterville for comparison. 2 other private schools in the area.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 24 students
- Type
- Private · Amish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24:1
- Address
- 1254 TENNIS PARK RD, Mc Alisterville, PA 17049
- Phone
- (717) 463-9600
- 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
1254 TENNIS PARK RD, Mc Alisterville, PA 17049
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shade Mountain School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JUNIATA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.4 miles away). Another option is WALKER MENNONITE SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Mifflintown). Additionally, East Juniata JSHS (rated 4.9/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Mcalisterville). For more schools in Mc Alisterville, see our Mc Alisterville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROCKLAND SUNBEAMS AMISH SCHOOL Mifflintown | 0.4 mi | — |
| JUNIATA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mc Alisterville | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| RIDGESIDE SCHOOL Mcalistersville | 2.6 mi | — |
| RIDGESIDE SCHOOL Mc Alisterville | 2.6 mi | — |
| LAUREL RUN SCHOOL Mifflintown | 2.5 mi | — |
| EAST SALEM AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Mifflintown | 2.9 mi | — |
| DELAWARE CREEK SCHOOL Mifflintown | 3.9 mi | 1.9 |
| CEDAR VIEW SCHOOL Mifflintown | 4.5 mi | — |
| KURTZ VALLEY SCHOOL Mifflintown | 4.8 mi | 3.4 |
| East Juniata JSHS Mcalisterville | 4.2 mi | 4.9 |
| RED ROCK SCHOOL Mifflintown | 5.2 mi | — |
| RED ROCK SCHOOL Mifflintown | 5.2 mi | — |
| BREEZY HOLLOW AMISH SCHOOL Mifflintown | 6.1 mi | — |
| DECATUR SCHOOL Mc Clure | 5.9 mi | — |
| BANNERVILLE SCHOOL Mc Clure | 6.6 mi | — |
| CEDAR SPRINGS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Mifflintown | 6.1 mi | — |
| BLACK ROCK SCHOOL Mifflintown | 7.1 mi | — |
| GOODWILL MENNONITE SCHOOL Thompsontown | 6.0 mi | — |
| WEST BEAVER SCHOOL Mc Clure | 7.3 mi | — |
| WALKER MENNONITE SCHOOL Mifflintown | 7.4 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17049 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,792
Median Home Value
$209,600
Median Rent
$668/mo
Population
3,152
College Educated
12.5%
Homeownership
67.5%
Avg Commute
34.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
38.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Shade Mountain School has a median household income of $66,792. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $209,600, with a median rent of $668/month. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| BACK MOUNTAIN AMISH SCHOOL Milroy, PA | — |
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| BANNERVILLE SCHOOL Mc Clure, PA | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shade Mountain School
What grades does Shade Mountain School serve?
Shade Mountain School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Shade Mountain School?
Shade Mountain School has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shade Mountain School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shade Mountain School is 24:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Shade Mountain School a private school?
Yes, Shade Mountain 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 Shade Mountain School a religious school?
Shade Mountain School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 24
- Gender Split
- 25% M / 75% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 5.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- JUNIATA
- Phone
- (717) 463-9600
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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