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#607 of 873 private schools in PA

Soaring Heights School

School

400 LAKEMONT PARK BLVD STE 300, Altoona, PA 16602

Private

Enrollment

49

Student-Teacher

6.1:1

Score

5.9

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#607 of 873

In Altoona

#4 of 5

public schools

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5.9/10

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About Soaring Heights School

Soaring Heights School is a private school in Altoona, PA. Soaring Heights School serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 6.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Soaring Heights School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #607 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares0.4 pts below PA schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • PA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 49 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 6.1:1 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 12 public schools serving similar grades in Altoona, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
This School
vs
11.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
49
This School
vs
605
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95.9% vs 0%
Black 4.1% vs 0%
Soaring Heights School Altoona Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Soaring Heights School (this school) 5.9
Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS 4.7
Baker El Sch 7.1
Pleasant Valley El Sch 3.6
Mowrie A Ebner El Sch 4.6
Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center
Penn-Lincoln El Sch 6.1
Altoona Area HS 5.1
Altoona Area Jr HS 4.6
Irving El Sch 6.8
Logan El Sch 4.9
Juniata El Sch 3.7
Juniata Gap El Sch 5.6

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 8.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
View breakdown
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)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 8%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Enrollment 49
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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)

White 95.9%
Black 4.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

400 LAKEMONT PARK BLVD STE 300, Altoona, PA 16602

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Soaring Heights School may also want to explore other schools in the area. GREAT COMMISSION SCHOOLS (rated 7.0/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS (rated 4.7/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Altoona, see our Altoona schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL - MIFFLINTOWN Altoona 0.1 mi
MERAKEY EDUCATION CENTER Altoona 0.2 mi
HARBOR HOUSE CENTER EARLY ACADEMICS Altoona 1.0 mi
Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS Altoona 0.9 mi 4.7
Baker El Sch Altoona 1.5 mi 7.1
Hollidaysburg Area SHS Hollidaysburg 1.8 mi 7.5
Pleasant Valley El Sch Altoona 1.8 mi 3.6
BISHOP GUILFOYLE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Altoona 1.9 mi 6.2
Charles W Longer El Sch Hollidaysburg 2.0 mi 6.9
HOLY TRINITY MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS Altoona 1.6 mi 6.7
Hollidaysburg Area JHS Hollidaysburg 2.2 mi 4.6
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hollidaysburg 2.5 mi 4.9
HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY HOLIDAYSBURG CAMPUS Hollidaysburg 2.5 mi 6.8
Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center Altoona 2.8 mi
Penn-Lincoln El Sch Altoona 3.0 mi 6.1
Altoona Area HS Altoona 3.0 mi 5.1
Altoona Area Jr HS Altoona 3.0 mi 4.6
GREAT COMMISSION SCHOOLS Altoona 3.1 mi 7.0
PENN-MONT ACADEMY Hollidaysburg 3.0 mi 6.1
Mowrie A Ebner El Sch Altoona 2.6 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 16602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,097

Median Home Value

$120,200

Median Rent

$842/mo

Population

27,014

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

67.6%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

18.3%

Median Age

41.9

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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 1st through 12th.

How many students attend Soaring Heights School?

Soaring Heights School has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Soaring Heights School is 6.1:1. 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 #607 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Soaring Heights School's MySchoolScout rating?

Soaring Heights School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
49
Gender Split
78% M / 22% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Blair County

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