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#505 of 873 private schools in PA
Southwood School
School
311 STATION ST, Bridgeville, PA 15017
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
6.3
Grades
4th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#505 of 873
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Southwood School
School in Bridgeville · grades 4th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Southwood School
Southwood School is a private school in Bridgeville, PA. Southwood School serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #505 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Southwood 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 9:1 students to teachers, Southwood School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Southwood 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
BetaHow Southwood School compares to the 3 public schools in Bridgeville, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Bridgeville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Southwood School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Chartiers Valley HS | 6.4 |
| Chartiers Valley MS | 4.5 |
| Chartiers Valley Primary Sch | 5.7 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
311 STATION ST, Bridgeville, PA 15017
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwood School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Upper Saint Clair HS (rated 9.6/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), which scores notably higher. Another option is Boyce MS (rated 9.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Streams El Sch (rated 9.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bridgeville, see our Bridgeville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WESLEY BRIDGE Bridgeville | 0.8 mi | — |
| Chartiers Valley HS Bridgeville | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Chartiers Valley Primary Sch Bridgeville | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Chartiers Valley MS Bridgeville | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Baker El Sch Pittsburgh | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| KINGDOM CARE LEARNING CENTER Bridgeville | 1.8 mi | — |
| Streams El Sch Pittsburgh | 2.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Boyce MS Pittsburgh | 3.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Hoover El Sch Pittsburgh | 2.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Upper Saint Clair HS Pittsburgh | 2.8 mi | 9.6 |
| Fort Couch MS Pittsburgh | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Chartiers Valley Intrmd School Pittsburgh | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| WESTMINSTER CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Pittsburgh | 2.9 mi | — |
| Eisenhower El Sch Pittsburgh | 2.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Carnegie El Sch Carnegie | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Hills-Hendersonville El Sch Canonsburg | 3.6 mi | 7.7 |
| South Fayette HS Mcdonald | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
| South Fayette Intermediate Sch Mcdonald | 3.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Jefferson El Sch Pittsburgh | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Jefferson MS Pittsburgh | 3.2 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,611
Median Home Value
$238,600
Median Rent
$1,099/mo
Population
17,602
College Educated
50.3%
Homeownership
72.6%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
44.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| CALVARY BAPTIST ACADEMY Clymer, PA | 6.3 |
| CORNERSTONE MENNONITE SCHOOL Burgettstown, PA | 6.3 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Myerstown, PA | 6.3 |
| NEW MEDINA LEARNING INSTITUTE Philadelphia, PA | 6.3 |
| PRESSLEY RIDGE DAY SCHOOL - GREENSBURG Greensburg, PA | 6.3 |
| SOUTHWOOD SCHOOL Canonsburg, PA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwood School
What grades does Southwood School serve?
Southwood School serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend Southwood School?
Southwood School has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwood School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwood School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Southwood School rank in PA?
Southwood School ranks #505 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Southwood School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Southwood School a private school?
Yes, Southwood School is a private all-boys 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 Southwood School a religious school?
No, Southwood School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (724) 338-4200
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