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#28 of 873 private schools in PA

Top 3% of private schools

The Meadowbrook School

Elementary School

1641 HAMPTON RD, Meadowbrook, PA 19046

Private

Enrollment

109

Student-Teacher

4.7:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#28 of 873

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The Meadowbrook School

8.5/10

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

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7.1/10

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About The Meadowbrook School

The Meadowbrook School is a private elementary school in Meadowbrook, PA. The Meadowbrook School serves approximately 109 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Meadowbrook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares2.1 pts above PA schools
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 109 students, The Meadowbrook 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 4.7:1 students to teachers, The Meadowbrook School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Meadowbrook 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.

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)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,190
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 42%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 109
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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 74.3%
Black 16.5%
Two or More 4.6%
Asian 2.8%
Hispanic 1.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1641 HAMPTON RD, Meadowbrook, PA 19046

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Meadowbrook School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willow Hill Sch (rated 8.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Willow Grove), with a very similar rating. Another option is Overlook Sch (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Abington), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Highland Sch (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Abington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Meadowbrook, see our Meadowbrook schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
REGINA COELI ACADEMY Abington 0.5 mi 7.1
Overlook Sch Abington 0.6 mi 8.2
Highland Sch Abington 1.0 mi 7.5
Abington MS Abington 1.4 mi 4.8
OUR LADY OF CONFIDENCE Willow Grove 1.7 mi 8.0
OUR LADY OF CONFIDENCE Willow Grove 1.7 mi 7.1
Rydal El Sch Huntingdon Valley 1.8 mi 7.3
QUEEN OF ANGELS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Willow Grove 1.8 mi 6.5
Abington SHS Abington 1.6 mi 6.7
MEADOWLANE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Jenkintown 2.1 mi
Upper Moreland HS Willow Grove 2.2 mi 8.0
Willow Hill Sch Willow Grove 1.9 mi 8.6
ABINGTON FRIENDS SCHOOL Jenkintown 2.2 mi 8.8
A STEP UP ACADEMY Jenkintown 2.2 mi 7.4
Copper Beech Sch Glenside 1.9 mi 6.7
Eastern Center for Arts and Technology Willow Grove 2.5 mi
Roslyn Sch Roslyn 1.9 mi 6.8
MILESTONE ACADEMY Jenkintown 2.5 mi
NEXUS SCHOOL Roslyn 2.0 mi
VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huntingdon Valley 2.0 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,959

Median Home Value

$446,800

Median Rent

$1,433/mo

Population

19,143

College Educated

62.7%

Homeownership

68.1%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

44.3

Similar Schools

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Renovo El Sch Renovo, PA 8.5
THE CAMPUS LABORATORY SCHOOL OF CARLOW UNIVERSITY Pittsburgh, PA 8.5
Austin Area El Sch Austin, PA 8.4
PLYMOUTH MEETING FRIENDS SCHOOL Plymouth Meeting, PA 8.4
RESURRECTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lancaster, PA 8.6
RHEMA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coraopolis, PA 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Meadowbrook School

What grades does The Meadowbrook School serve?

The Meadowbrook School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend The Meadowbrook School?

The Meadowbrook School has an enrollment of approximately 109 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Meadowbrook School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Meadowbrook School is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Meadowbrook School rank in PA?

The Meadowbrook School ranks #28 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is The Meadowbrook School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Meadowbrook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Meadowbrook School a private school?

Yes, The Meadowbrook 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 Meadowbrook School a religious school?

No, The Meadowbrook School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
109
Gender Split
69% M / 31% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Montgomery County

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