Needs Improvement
#840 of 873 private schools in PA
Sproul Road School
Middle School
238 SPROUL RD, Kirkwood, PA 17536
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
27.3:1
Score
2.8
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
27.3:1
Score
2.8
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#840 of 873
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Sproul Road School
Middle School in Kirkwood · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sproul Road School
Sproul Road School is a private middle school in Kirkwood, PA. Sproul Road School serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 27.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sproul Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #840 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Sproul Road 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.
Sproul Road School runs 27.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Sproul Road 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.
Schools in Kirkwood
No public schools found in Kirkwood for comparison. 2 other private schools in the area.
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.
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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
238 SPROUL RD, Kirkwood, PA 17536
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sproul Road School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hopewell El Sch (rated 7.2/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Oxford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Octorara Intermediate Sch (rated 6.8/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Atglen), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WEST FALLOWFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Atglen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kirkwood, see our Kirkwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY VIEW SCHOOL Kirkwood | 1.1 mi | — |
| MISTY MEADOW SCHOOL Christiana | 2.5 mi | — |
| Bart-Colerain El Sch Christiana | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| HILL ROAD SCHOOL Kirkwood | 3.0 mi | — |
| VALLEY ROAD AMISH SCHOOL Christiana | 5.2 mi | 2.7 |
| MT PLEASANT VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Quarryville | 5.9 mi | — |
| Jordan Bank School Oxford | 6.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Penn's Grove School Oxford | 6.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Hopewell El Sch Oxford | 6.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Nottingham School Oxford | 6.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Elk Ridge School Oxford | 6.3 mi | 7.4 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oxford | 6.9 mi | 5.9 |
| WEST FALLOWFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Atglen | 6.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Octorara Area JSHS Atglen | 6.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Oxford Area High School Oxford | 7.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Octorara Intermediate Sch Atglen | 6.8 mi | 6.8 |
| OLD PATHS BAPTIST ACADEMY Parkesburg | 7.6 mi | — |
| Octorara El Sch Atglen | 6.9 mi | 6.4 |
| ELK CREEK SCHOOL Oxford | 7.0 mi | 2.1 |
| Octorara Primary LC Atglen | 7.1 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17536 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,500
Median Home Value
$329,500
Median Rent
$1,321/mo
Population
3,680
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
37.5
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|---|---|
| MAPLE HOLLOW AMISH SCHOOL Spring Mills, PA | 2.8 |
| WOODSIDE SCHOOL Spring Mills, PA | 2.8 |
| COUNTRY SIDE AMISH SCHOOL Ebensburg, PA | 2.7 |
| CROSS ROAD SCHOOL Meyersdale, PA | 2.7 |
| LOG CABIN SCHOOL Spartansburg, PA | 2.7 |
| MEALY AMISH SCHOOL Venus, PA | 2.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sproul Road School
What grades does Sproul Road School serve?
Sproul Road School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Sproul Road School?
Sproul Road School has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sproul Road School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sproul Road School is 27.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sproul Road School rank in PA?
Sproul Road School ranks #840 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Sproul Road School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sproul Road School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sproul Road School a private school?
Yes, Sproul Road 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 Sproul Road School a religious school?
Sproul Road School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 37% M / 63% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Lancaster County
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