Excellent
#8 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 1% of private schools
Summit Academy
High School
839 HERMAN RD, Herman, PA 16039
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#8 of 873
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Summit Academy
High School in Herman · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Summit Academy
Summit Academy is a private high school in Herman, PA. Summit Academy serves approximately 82 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #8 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 82 students, Summit 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 4.4:1 students to teachers, Summit Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Summit 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.
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
839 HERMAN RD, Herman, PA 16039
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Summit Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Knoch HS (rated 6.8/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Saxonburg), a more accessible option. Additionally, Butler Area SHS (rated 4.0/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Butler), a more accessible option. For more schools in Herman, see our Herman schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Summit Township El Sch Butler | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| HIS KIDS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ST WENDELIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 3.9 mi | 5.9 |
| ST LUKE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cabot | 4.2 mi | 6.3 |
| McQuistion El Sch Butler | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| ADELPHOI EDUCATION AT BUTLER Butler | 4.3 mi | — |
| BUTLER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Butler | 4.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Knoch HS Saxonburg | 5.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Knoch MS Saxonburg | 5.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Knoch Intermediate El Sch Saxonburg | 5.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Knoch Primary Sch Saxonburg | 5.9 mi | 7.5 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler | 4.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Emily Brittain El Sch Butler | 5.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Broad Street El Sch Butler | 5.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Butler Area IHS Butler | 5.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Butler Area SHS Butler | 5.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Butler County Area Vocational Technical School Butler | 5.9 mi | — |
| Buffalo El Sch Freeport | 8.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Northwest El Sch Butler | 6.9 mi | 8.0 |
| PENN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Butler | 7.3 mi | 6.5 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Austin Area JSHS Austin, PA | 9.0 |
| Monroe Career and Technical Institute Bartonsville, PA | 9.0 |
| ABRAXAS I ARLENE LISSNER HIGH SCHOOL Marienville, PA | 8.8 |
| THE ACADEMY OF THE NEW CHURCH GIRLS' SCHOOL Bryn Athyn, PA | 8.8 |
| ST GREGORYS ACADEMY Elmhurst Township, PA | 8.7 |
| THE CREFELD SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Summit Academy
What grades does Summit Academy serve?
Summit Academy serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Summit Academy?
Summit Academy has an enrollment of approximately 82 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Summit Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Summit Academy is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Summit Academy rank in PA?
Summit Academy ranks #8 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Summit Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Summit Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Summit Academy a private school?
Yes, Summit Academy 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 Summit Academy a religious school?
No, Summit Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 82
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 242 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Butler County
- Phone
- (724) 282-1995
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