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#331 of 873 private schools in PA

Top 38% of private schools

Soaring Heights School

School

2075 HIGHVIEW RD, Clearfield, PA 16830

Private

Enrollment

55

Student-Teacher

6.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#331 of 873

In Clearfield

#1 of 2

public schools

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Soaring Heights School

6.9/10

School in Clearfield · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Clearfield Area Jshs

5.4/10

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6.8/10

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About Soaring Heights School

Soaring Heights School is a private school in Clearfield, PA. Soaring Heights School serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Soaring Heights School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #331 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares0.6 pts above PA schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • PA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 55 students, Soaring Heights 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 6.9:1 students to teachers, Soaring Heights School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Soaring Heights 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

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How Soaring Heights School compares to the 3 public schools in Clearfield, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
This School
vs
8.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
55
This School
vs
692
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 50.9% vs 0%
White 47.3% vs 0%
Black 1.8% vs 0%
Soaring Heights School Clearfield Public Avg

All Schools in Clearfield

School Rating
Soaring Heights School (this school) 6.9
Clearfield Area El Sch 6.8
Clearfield Area JSHS 5.4
Clearfield County Career & Technology Center

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 52%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.6 / 10
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Enrollment 55
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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)

Hispanic 50.9%
White 47.3%
Black 1.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2075 HIGHVIEW RD, Clearfield, PA 16830

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Soaring Heights School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Osceola Mills El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Osceola Mills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Philipsburg El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Philipsburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oklahoma El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 16.0 miles away, in nearby Dubois), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clearfield, see our Clearfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Clearfield Area JSHS Clearfield 0.7 mi 5.4
Clearfield Area El Sch Clearfield 0.7 mi 6.8
ST FRANCIS SCHOOL Clearfield 2.2 mi 6.0
Curwensville Area JSHS Curwensville 3.3 mi 6.6
Curwensville Area El Sch Curwensville 3.3 mi 7.8
Clearfield County Career & Technology Center Clearfield 3.5 mi
Moshannon Valley JSHS Houtzdale 12.3 mi 5.6
WINDY RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Irvona 12.0 mi
Moshannon Valley El Sch Houtzdale 12.5 mi 6.8
ROSS ROAD SCHOOL Curwensville 11.8 mi
Osceola Mills El Sch Osceola Mills 14.6 mi 8.8
Philipsburg-Osceola Area MS Philipsburg 14.5 mi 7.3
West Branch Area HS Morrisdale 14.1 mi 7.9
West Branch MS Morrisdale 14.1 mi 7.0
West Branch Area El Sch Morrisdale 14.2 mi 7.1
WEBER ROAD SCHOOL Luthersburg 14.6 mi
Philipsburg-Osceola Area HS Philipsburg 15.6 mi 6.1
DU BOIS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Du Bois 15.8 mi 6.1
Philipsburg El Sch Philipsburg 15.6 mi 8.5
Oklahoma El Sch Dubois 16.0 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 16830 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,822

Median Home Value

$119,900

Median Rent

$745/mo

Population

13,698

College Educated

19.2%

Homeownership

64.4%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.6%

Median Age

43.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Soaring Heights School

What grades does Soaring Heights School serve?

Soaring Heights School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Soaring Heights School?

Soaring Heights School has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Soaring Heights School?

The student-teacher ratio at Soaring Heights School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Soaring Heights School rank in PA?

Soaring Heights School ranks #331 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Soaring Heights School's MySchoolScout rating?

Soaring Heights School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Soaring Heights School a private school?

Yes, Soaring Heights School 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 Soaring Heights School a religious school?

No, Soaring Heights School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
55
Gender Split
82% M / 18% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Clearfield County

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