Excellent
#89 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 10% of private schools
Valley Forge Baptist Academy
School
616 S TRAPPE RD, Collegeville, PA 19426
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#89 of 873
In Collegeville
#1 of 2
public schools
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Valley Forge Baptist Academy
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About Valley Forge Baptist Academy
Valley Forge Baptist Academy is a private school in Collegeville, PA. Valley Forge Baptist Academy serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Forge Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #89 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 194 students, Valley Forge Baptist Academy 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 8.9:1 students to teachers, Valley Forge Baptist Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Valley Forge Baptist Academy 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 Valley Forge Baptist Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Collegeville, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Valley Forge Baptist Academy (this school) | 8.0 |
| Arrowhead El Sch | 7.8 |
| Evergreen El Sch | 8.5 |
| Perkiomen Valley MS-East | 7.4 |
| Perkiomen Valley HS | 8.7 |
| Skippack El Sch | 8.5 |
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
616 S TRAPPE RD, Collegeville, PA 19426
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Forge Baptist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Upper Providence El Sch (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Royersford), which scores notably higher. Another option is South El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Trappe), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Spring-Ford Intrmd Sch 5th/6th (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Royersford), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Collegeville, see our Collegeville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GODDARD SCHOOL Collegeville | 1.0 mi | — |
| Upper Providence El Sch Royersford | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Spring-Ford MS 7th Grade Ctr Royersford | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Spring-Ford Intrmd Sch 5th/6th Royersford | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| POPE JOHN PAUL II HIGH SCHOOL Royersford | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| TOT SPOT LEARNING CENTER Collegeville | 2.0 mi | — |
| Renaissance Academy Charter School Phoenixville | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Spring-Ford SHS 9-12 Ctr Royersford | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| BRIGHT SPOT CHILD CARE Trappe | 2.3 mi | — |
| HOLY CROSS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Collegeville | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Oaks El Sch Oaks | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| CHILDRENS SCHOOLHOUSE OF COLLEGEVILLE Collegeville | 2.4 mi | — |
| Spring-Ford MS 8th Grade Ctr Royersford | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| BRIGHT HORIZONS AT COLLEGEVILLE Phoenixville | 2.6 mi | — |
| Royersford El Sch Royersford | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOLS AT ROYERSFORD Royersford | 2.6 mi | — |
| South El Sch Trappe | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| SCHOOL OF FAITH IN GOD Royersford | 2.5 mi | — |
| SCHOOL OF FAITH IN GOD Royersford | 2.5 mi | — |
| GODDARD SCHOOL Royersford | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19426 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$151,030
Median Home Value
$471,200
Median Rent
$1,932/mo
Population
43,284
College Educated
52.5%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WOODLYNDE SCHOOL Strafford, PA | 8.0 |
| DELAWARE VALLEY FRIENDS SCHOOL Paoli, PA | 7.9 |
| GIRARD COLLEGE Philadelphia, PA | 8.1 |
| GREEN TREE SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.9 |
| KIDSPEACE NATIONAL CENTERS Orefield, PA | 8.1 |
| KIMBERTON WALDORF SCHOOL Kimberton, PA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Forge Baptist Academy
What grades does Valley Forge Baptist Academy serve?
Valley Forge Baptist Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Valley Forge Baptist Academy?
Valley Forge Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Forge Baptist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Forge Baptist Academy is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Valley Forge Baptist Academy rank in PA?
Valley Forge Baptist Academy ranks #89 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Valley Forge Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley Forge Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Valley Forge Baptist Academy a private school?
Yes, Valley Forge Baptist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Valley Forge Baptist Academy a religious school?
Valley Forge Baptist Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 194
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Phone
- (610) 892-1884
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