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#772 of 873 private schools in PA

The Learning Center

Elementary School

90 JACKSON AVE, Bradford, PA 16701

Private

Enrollment

50

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#772 of 873

In Bradford

#3 of 3

public schools

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The Learning Center

4.4/10

Elementary School in Bradford · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Bradford Area Christian Academy

5.7/10

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School Street EL Sch

6.5/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About The Learning Center

The Learning Center is a private elementary school in Bradford, PA. The Learning Center serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #772 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares2.0 pts below PA schools
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 50 students, The Learning Center 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.

The Learning Center 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

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How The Learning Center compares to the 4 public schools in Bradford, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
This School
vs
13.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
50
This School
vs
573
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.4
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
The Learning Center Bradford Public Avg

All Schools in Bradford

School Rating
The Learning Center (this school) 4.4
School Street El Sch 6.5
Bradford Area HS 6.9
George Blaisdell El Sch 6.9
Floyd C Fretz MS 5.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Enrollment 50
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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)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

90 JACKSON AVE, Bradford, PA 16701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Smethport Area El Sch (rated 7.6/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby Smethport), which scores notably higher. Another option is PROSPECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Salamanca), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WASHINGTON WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Olean), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bradford, see our Bradford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.2 mi
School Distance Rating
BRADFORD AREA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bradford 0.4 mi 5.7
School Street El Sch Bradford 0.4 mi 6.5
CHESTNUT STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bradford 0.6 mi 5.6
George Blaisdell El Sch Bradford 0.9 mi 6.9
Bradford Area HS Bradford 0.7 mi 6.9
Floyd C Fretz MS Bradford 1.5 mi 5.2
CUSTER CITY PRIVATE SCHOOL Custer City 3.7 mi 6.8
Otto-Eldred JSHS Duke Center 9.0 mi 7.0
ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Allegany 12.2 mi 6.9
PROSPECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Salamanca 14.1 mi 7.4
SALAMANCA HIGH SCHOOL Salamanca 14.5 mi 3.9
SENECA INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Salamanca 14.5 mi 4.4
ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL Allegany 13.9 mi 6.2
ARCHBISHOP WALSH HIGH SCHOOL Olean 12.8 mi 6.8
SOUTHERN TIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Olean 12.8 mi 6.8
WASHINGTON WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olean 13.1 mi 7.3
OLEAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Olean 13.8 mi 5.8
OLEAN INTERMEDIATE-MIDDLE SCHOOL Olean 13.8 mi 3.9
Smethport Area JSHS Smethport 15.2 mi 6.3
Smethport Area El Sch Smethport 15.2 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 16701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,996

Median Home Value

$97,600

Median Rent

$758/mo

Population

16,584

College Educated

22.5%

Homeownership

77.2%

Avg Commute

15.4 min

Poverty Rate

16.4%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Learning Center

What grades does The Learning Center serve?

The Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend The Learning Center?

The Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Learning Center?

The student-teacher ratio at The Learning Center is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Learning Center rank in PA?

The Learning Center ranks #772 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is The Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?

The Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Learning Center a private school?

Yes, The Learning Center 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 Learning Center a religious school?

No, The Learning Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
50
Gender Split
66% M / 34% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
McKean County

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