Very Good
#125 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 14% of private schools
St Stephens Lutheran Academy
School
70 W BEAVER ST, Zelienople, PA 16063
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
130
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#125 of 873
In Zelienople
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Stephens Lutheran Academy
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About St Stephens Lutheran Academy
St Stephens Lutheran Academy is a private school in Zelienople, PA. St Stephens Lutheran Academy serves approximately 130 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 4.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Stephens Lutheran Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #125 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 130 students, St Stephens Lutheran Academy 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 4.1:1 students to teachers, St Stephens Lutheran Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Stephens Lutheran Academy 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 St Stephens Lutheran Academy compares to the 1 public school in Zelienople, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Zelienople
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Stephens Lutheran Academy (this school) | 7.8 |
| Connoquenessing Valley El Sch | 7.3 |
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.
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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
70 W BEAVER ST, Zelienople, PA 16063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Stephens Lutheran Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Riverside El Sch (rated 8.2/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Ellwood City), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Riverside HS (rated 8.1/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Ellwood City), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Rowan El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Cranberry Twp), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Zelienople, see our Zelienople schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST GREGORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Zelienople | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Connoquenessing Valley El Sch Zelienople | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Ryan Gloyer MS Harmony | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Seneca Valley HS Harmony | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Ehrman Crest MS Cranberry Township | 3.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Ehrman Crest El Sch Cranberry Township | 3.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Haine El Sch Cranberry Twp | 6.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Haine MS Cranberry Twp | 6.4 mi | 7.8 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL Cranberry Township | 6.1 mi | — |
| Rowan El Sch Cranberry Twp | 6.1 mi | 7.9 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER 868 Cranberry Township | 7.2 mi | — |
| BRIGHT HORIZONS AT CRANBERRY Cranberry Township | 7.8 mi | — |
| NORTH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Cranberry Township | 7.7 mi | 5.6 |
| HEART PRINTS EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Mars | 8.3 mi | — |
| Riverside El Sch Ellwood City | 6.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Riverside HS Ellwood City | 7.0 mi | 8.1 |
| KINDER CARE LEARNING CENTER Seven Fields | 8.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Riverside MS Ellwood City | 7.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Perry Lower Intrmd Sch Ellwood City | 7.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Connoquenessing El Sch Renfrew | 7.2 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,533
Median Home Value
$294,100
Median Rent
$1,166/mo
Population
8,188
College Educated
42.4%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
41.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mechanicsburg, PA | 7.8 |
| FAIRVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Reading, PA | 7.7 |
| FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fairless Hills, PA | 7.7 |
| MELMARK SCHOOL Berwyn, PA | 7.7 |
| WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR BLIND CHILDREN Pittsburgh, PA | 7.7 |
| GREEN TREE SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Stephens Lutheran Academy
What grades does St Stephens Lutheran Academy serve?
St Stephens Lutheran Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend St Stephens Lutheran Academy?
St Stephens Lutheran Academy has an enrollment of approximately 130 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Stephens Lutheran Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Stephens Lutheran Academy is 4.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Stephens Lutheran Academy rank in PA?
St Stephens Lutheran Academy ranks #125 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is St Stephens Lutheran Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Stephens Lutheran Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Stephens Lutheran Academy a private school?
Yes, St Stephens Lutheran Academy 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 St Stephens Lutheran Academy a religious school?
No, St Stephens Lutheran Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 130
- Gender Split
- 77% M / 23% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Butler County
- Phone
- (724) 452-4453
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