Very Good
#181 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 21% of private schools
The Hillside School
Middle School
2697 BROOKSIDE RD, Macungie, PA 18062
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
3.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
2nd – 8th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
3.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
2nd – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#181 of 873
In Macungie
#1 of 2
public schools
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The Hillside School
Middle School in Macungie · grades 2nd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Hillside School
The Hillside School is a private middle school in Macungie, PA. The Hillside School serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades 2nd-8th, and has a 3.2:1 student-teacher ratio. The Hillside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #181 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, The Hillside 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.
At 3.2:1 students to teachers, The Hillside School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Hillside 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 Hillside School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Macungie, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Hillside School (this school) | 7.5 |
| Willow Lane El Sch | 7.1 |
| Eyer MS | 6.7 |
| Macungie El Sch | 7.8 |
| Shoemaker El Sch | 7.7 |
| Lower Macungie MS | 6.1 |
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
2697 BROOKSIDE RD, Macungie, PA 18062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Hillside School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Eyer MS (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Lower Macungie MS (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Salisbury MS (rated 4.6/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Allentown), a more accessible option. For more schools in Macungie, see our Macungie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Willow Lane El Sch Macungie | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| FIRST IMPRESSIONS CHILD CARE CENTER, INC. Macungie | 1.2 mi | — |
| Eyer MS Macungie | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Macungie El Sch Macungie | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Shoemaker El Sch Macungie | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Lower Macungie MS Macungie | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Wescosville El Sch Wescosville | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| EMMAUS BAPTIST ACADEMY Emmaus | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| LEHIGH CHILDRENS ACADEMY Allentown | 2.0 mi | — |
| PREMIER EARLY LEARNING CENTER Emmaus | 1.9 mi | — |
| Emmaus HS Emmaus | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| LEHIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Allentown | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Jefferson El Sch Emmaus | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Salisbury MS Allentown | 3.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Cetronia Sch Allentown | 3.7 mi | 8.9 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Allentown | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Lincoln El Sch Emmaus | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| ACTIVE LEARNING CENTER Emmaus | 3.0 mi | — |
| Parkway Manor Sch Allentown | 4.1 mi | 8.5 |
| DATZYK MONTESSORI SCHOOL Allentown | 4.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,245
Median Home Value
$364,300
Median Rent
$1,828/mo
Population
26,633
College Educated
48.2%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
44.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Hillside School
What grades does The Hillside School serve?
The Hillside School serves students in grades 2nd through 8th.
How many students attend The Hillside School?
The Hillside School has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Hillside School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Hillside School is 3.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Hillside School rank in PA?
The Hillside School ranks #181 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is The Hillside School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Hillside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Hillside School a private school?
Yes, The Hillside 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 Hillside School a religious school?
No, The Hillside School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 38
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lehigh County
- Phone
- (610) 967-3701
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