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#360 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 41% of private schools
The Hill School
High School
860 BEECH ST, Pottstown, PA 19464
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#360 of 873
In Pottstown
#3 of 5
public schools
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About The Hill School
The Hill School is a private high school in Pottstown, PA. The Hill School serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #360 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 8.3:1 students to teachers, The Hill School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Hill 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 The Hill School compares to the 15 public schools in Pottstown, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Pottstown
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Hill School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Pottstown HS | 4.3 |
| Pottstown MS | 3.7 |
| Rupert El Sch | 4.2 |
| Lincoln El Sch | 4.5 |
| Franklin El Sch | 4.2 |
| Pottsgrove SHS | 7.3 |
| Ringing Rocks El Sch | 9.5 |
| Lower Pottsgrove El Sch | 7.0 |
| Pottsgrove MS | 5.6 |
| North Coventry El Sch | 8.8 |
| Barth El Sch | 6.0 |
| East Coventry El Sch | 9.0 |
| Owen J Roberts MS | 6.5 |
| Owen J Roberts HS | 7.9 |
| French Creek El Sch | 8.1 |
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
860 BEECH ST, Pottstown, PA 19464
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Hill School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pottsgrove SHS (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pottstown HS (rated 4.3/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pottstown, see our Pottstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COTTAGE SEVEN ACADEMY Pottstown | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Pottstown HS Pottstown | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Pottstown MS Pottstown | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Rupert El Sch Pottstown | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Franklin El Sch Pottstown | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Lincoln El Sch Pottstown | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| WYNDCROFT SCHOOL Pottstown | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Pottsgrove SHS Pottstown | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| WEST-MONT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pottstown | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Ringing Rocks El Sch Pottstown | 1.7 mi | 9.5 |
| Pottsgrove MS Pottstown | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| BUXMONT ACADEMY Pipersville | 1.8 mi | — |
| North Coventry El Sch Pottstown | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Lower Pottsgrove El Sch Pottstown | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| CREATIVE MINDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pottstown | 2.3 mi | — |
| Barth El Sch Pottstown | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| MALVERN ACADEMY Stowe | 2.2 mi | — |
| COVENTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. Pottstown | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| East Coventry El Sch Pottstown | 2.8 mi | 9.0 |
| WEE CARE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Sanatoga | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19464 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,338
Median Home Value
$231,700
Median Rent
$1,226/mo
Population
48,084
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
38.7
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY-NOTRE DAME DE NAMUR Villanova, PA | 6.8 |
| Forest City Regional HS Forest City, PA | 6.8 |
| GREENSBURG CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Greensburg, PA | 6.8 |
| Knoch HS Saxonburg, PA | 6.8 |
| Saegertown JSHS Saegertown, PA | 6.8 |
| United JSHS Armagh, PA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Hill School
What grades does The Hill School serve?
The Hill School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend The Hill School?
The Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Hill School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Hill School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Hill School rank in PA?
The Hill School ranks #360 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is The Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Hill School a private school?
Yes, The Hill School 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 The Hill School a religious school?
No, The Hill School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 520
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 150 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (610) 762-9989
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