Excellent
#76 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 9% of private schools
The Janus School
School
205 LEFEVER RD, Mount Joy, PA 17552
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#76 of 873
In Mount Joy
#1 of 3
public schools
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The Janus School
School in Mount Joy · grades 2nd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Lancaster County Ctc - Mt Joy Campus
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Donegal Primary School
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About The Janus School
The Janus School is a private school in Mount Joy, PA. The Janus School serves approximately 77 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 3.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Janus School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #76 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 77 students, The Janus 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 3.4:1 students to teachers, The Janus School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Janus 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 Janus School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Mount Joy, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Janus School (this school) | 8.1 |
| Lancaster County CTC - Mt Joy Campus | — |
| Donegal Primary School | 8.6 |
| Donegal HS | 5.9 |
| Donegal JHS | 5.4 |
| Farmdale El Sch | 7.2 |
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
205 LEFEVER RD, Mount Joy, PA 17552
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Janus School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Donegal Primary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hempfield SHS (rated 7.7/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Landisville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Landisville Intrmd Ctr (rated 7.6/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Landisville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mount Joy, see our Mount Joy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lancaster County CTC - Mt Joy Campus Mount Joy | 1.2 mi | — |
| Donegal Primary School Mount Joy | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Donegal HS Mount Joy | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Donegal JHS Mount Joy | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| SONLIGHT RIVER BRETHREN SCHOOL Mount Joy | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Farmdale El Sch Mount Joy | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| KRAYBILL MENNONITE SCHOOL Mount Joy | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Columbia HS Columbia | 4.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Columbia MS Hill Campus Columbia | 4.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Columbia MS Taylor Campus Columbia | 5.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Hempfield SHS Landisville | 4.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Landisville MS Landisville | 4.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Donegal Intermediate School Marietta | 4.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Park El Sch Columbia | 5.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Landisville Pri Ctr Landisville | 4.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Landisville Intrmd Ctr Landisville | 4.4 mi | 7.6 |
| OUR LADY OF ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Columbia | 5.5 mi | 5.7 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS SCHOOL Columbia | 5.5 mi | 7.4 |
| SUSQUEHANNA WALDORF SCHOOL Marietta | 5.1 mi | 7.2 |
| PROSPECT GROVE HIGH SCHOOL Columbia | 5.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17552 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,776
Median Home Value
$275,600
Median Rent
$1,225/mo
Population
19,747
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
44
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AL-HUDA Camp Hill, PA | 8.1 |
| CENTENNIAL SCHOOL LEHIGH UNIV Bethlehem, PA | 8.1 |
| TRI-STATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Burgettstown, PA | 8.1 |
| ACLD TILLOTSON SCHOOL Pittsburgh, PA | 8.2 |
| OUR LADY OF CONFIDENCE Willow Grove, PA | 8.0 |
| THE QUAKER SCHOOL AT HORSHAM Horsham, PA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Janus School
What grades does The Janus School serve?
The Janus School serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend The Janus School?
The Janus School has an enrollment of approximately 77 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Janus School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Janus School is 3.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Janus School rank in PA?
The Janus School ranks #76 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is The Janus School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Janus School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Janus School a private school?
Yes, The Janus 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 Janus School a religious school?
No, The Janus School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 77
- Gender Split
- 69% M / 31% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lancaster County
- Phone
- (717) 653-0025
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