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Smiling Ridge School
Middle School
175 SPRING GARDEN RD, Kinzers, PA 17535
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Smiling Ridge School
Middle School in Kinzers · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Smiling Ridge School
Smiling Ridge School is a private middle school in Kinzers, PA. Smiling Ridge School serves approximately 21 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 15:1 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 21 students, Smiling Ridge 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.
Smiling Ridge 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.
Smiling Ridge 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Smiling Ridge School compares to the 2 public schools in Kinzers, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Kinzers
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Smiling Ridge School (this school) | — |
| Pequea Valley Intrmd Sch | 5.5 |
| Pequea Valley HS | 7.9 |
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
- 21 students
- Type
- Private · Amish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Address
- 175 SPRING GARDEN RD, Kinzers, PA 17535
- Phone
- (717) 768-7218
- 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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
175 SPRING GARDEN RD, Kinzers, PA 17535
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Smiling Ridge School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pequea Valley HS (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away). Another option is LINVILLE HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Paradise). Additionally, FAITH MENNONITE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.6 miles away). For more schools in Kinzers, see our Kinzers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MILLWOOD SCHOOL Gap | 1.1 mi | — |
| Salisbury El Sch Gap | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Pequea Valley Intrmd Sch Kinzers | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| SUNSET VALLEY AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Kinzers | 1.9 mi | — |
| DAVID Gap | 2.1 mi | — |
| Pequea Valley HS Kinzers | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| BUENA VISTA AMISH SCHOOL ELAM H STOLTZFUS Gap | 2.8 mi | — |
| FAITH MENNONITE HIGH SCHOOL Kinzers | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| LIMEVILLE AMISH SCHOOL Gap | 3.1 mi | — |
| LINVILLE HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Paradise | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| FAIRHAVEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gap | 4.2 mi | 5.2 |
| LIME QUARRY SCHOOL Gap | 3.8 mi | — |
| New Holland Elementary New Holland | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| PEQUEA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Narvon | 3.6 mi | 5.3 |
| MEADOW CREEK PAROCHIAL SCHOOL New Holland | 4.7 mi | — |
| Paradise El Sch Paradise | 4.3 mi | 5.2 |
| WATERLOO AMISH SCHOOL/ELAM S. LANTZ, CHAIRMAN Narvon | 4.2 mi | — |
| EAST EARL AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL East Earl | 5.5 mi | 2.9 |
| BELMONT SPECIAL EDUCATION SCHOOL Paradise | 4.7 mi | — |
| OLD PATHS BAPTIST ACADEMY Parkesburg | 5.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17535 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,506
Median Home Value
$346,700
Median Rent
$1,297/mo
Population
2,651
College Educated
8.7%
Homeownership
72.9%
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
22.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Smiling Ridge School
What grades does Smiling Ridge School serve?
Smiling Ridge School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Smiling Ridge School?
Smiling Ridge School has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Smiling Ridge School?
The student-teacher ratio at Smiling Ridge School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Smiling Ridge School a private school?
Yes, Smiling 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 Smiling Ridge School a religious school?
Smiling Ridge School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 21
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Lancaster County
- Phone
- (717) 768-7218
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