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Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School
Middle School
4945 AMISH RD, Kinzers, PA 17535
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
23:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
23:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School
Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School is a Amish private middle school in Kinzers, PA 17535. The school serves approximately 23 students in grades 1st – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $105,506, where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 23 students, Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School is 23:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
As a private school, Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School compares to the 2 public schools in Kinzers, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Kinzers
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School (this school) | — |
| Pequea Valley Intrmd Sch | 6.0 |
| Pequea Valley HS | 6.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 23 students
- Type
- Private · Amish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Address
- 4945 AMISH RD, Kinzers, PA 17535
- Phone
- (717) 442-0823
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in PA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
4945 AMISH RD, Kinzers, PA 17535
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pequea Valley Intrmd Sch (rated 6.0/10, 0.9 miles away). Additionally, VALLEY ROAD AMISH SCHOOL (rated 2.7/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Christiana). For more schools in Kinzers, see our Kinzers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pequea Valley Intrmd Sch Kinzers | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Pequea Valley HS Kinzers | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| SMILING RIDGE SCHOOL Kinzers | 1.9 mi | — |
| FAITH MENNONITE HIGH SCHOOL Kinzers | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| LINVILLE HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Paradise | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| MILLWOOD SCHOOL Gap | 2.0 mi | — |
| DAVID Gap | 2.2 mi | — |
| BELMONT SPECIAL EDUCATION SCHOOL Paradise | 2.9 mi | — |
| Salisbury El Sch Gap | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Paradise El Sch Paradise | 2.7 mi | 8.7 |
| FAIRHAVEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gap | 4.0 mi | 5.2 |
| LIMEVILLE AMISH SCHOOL Gap | 4.0 mi | — |
| New Holland Elementary New Holland | 5.2 mi | 6.5 |
| BUENA VISTA AMISH SCHOOL ELAM H STOLTZFUS Gap | 4.1 mi | — |
| MEADOW CREEK PAROCHIAL SCHOOL New Holland | 5.2 mi | — |
| VALLEY ROAD AMISH SCHOOL Christiana | 5.5 mi | 2.7 |
| ZELTENRIECH SCHOOL Gordonville | 5.1 mi | — |
| LIME QUARRY SCHOOL Gap | 4.5 mi | — |
| OLD PATHS BAPTIST ACADEMY Parkesburg | 5.2 mi | — |
| HARVEST LANE AMISH SCHOOL Bird in Hand | 5.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17535 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,506
Median Home Value
$346,700
Median Rent
$1,297/mo
Population
2,651
College Educated
8.7%
Homeownership
72.9%
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
22.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School has a median household income of $105,506. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $346,700, with a median rent of $1,297/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| ADELPHOI EDUCATION PARTIAL HOSPITALIZATION Latrobe, PA | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School
What grades does Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School serve?
Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School?
Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School a private school?
Yes, Sunset Valley Amish Parochial 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 Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School a religious school?
Sunset Valley Amish Parochial School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 23
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- LANCASTER
- Phone
- (717) 442-0823
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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