Needs Improvement
#818 of 873 private schools in PA
Valley View Amish School
Middle School
245 GREEN HOLLOW, Port Allegany, PA 16743
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
3.3
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
3.3
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#818 of 873
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Valley View Amish School
Middle School in Port Allegany · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Valley View Amish School
Valley View Amish School is a private middle school in Port Allegany, PA. Valley View Amish School serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley View Amish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #818 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
At 31 students, Valley View Amish 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.
Valley View Amish 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.
Valley View Amish School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Valley View Amish School compares to the 2 public schools in Port Allegany, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Port Allegany
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Valley View Amish School (this school) | 3.3 |
| Port Allegany JSHS | 4.3 |
| Port Allegany El Sch | 4.8 |
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
245 GREEN HOLLOW, Port Allegany, PA 16743
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley View Amish School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Oswayo Valley El Sch (rated 8.6/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Shinglehouse), which scores notably higher. Another option is PORTVILLE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Portville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Smethport Area El Sch (rated 7.6/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Smethport), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Port Allegany, see our Port Allegany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PINE GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Port Allegany | 1.0 mi | — |
| Port Allegany JSHS Port Allegany | 3.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Port Allegany El Sch Port Allegany | 4.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Otto-Eldred El Sch Eldred | 7.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Smethport Area JSHS Smethport | 7.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Smethport Area El Sch Smethport | 7.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Oswayo Valley El Sch Shinglehouse | 9.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Otto-Eldred JSHS Duke Center | 9.6 mi | 7.0 |
| PORTVILLE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Portville | 12.1 mi | 7.7 |
| PORTVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portville | 12.2 mi | 7.4 |
| PARKER-JORDAN ACADEMY Little Gennessee | 13.6 mi | — |
| EAST VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olean | 16.2 mi | 6.9 |
| CATTARAUGUS-ALLEGANY-ERIE-WYOMING BOCES Olean | 16.8 mi | 5.7 |
| OLEAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Olean | 16.5 mi | 5.8 |
| OLEAN INTERMEDIATE-MIDDLE SCHOOL Olean | 16.6 mi | 3.9 |
| WASHINGTON WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olean | 16.7 mi | 7.3 |
| BOLIVAR-RICHBURG PRE-K PROGRAM Bolivar | 16.3 mi | — |
| SOUTHERN TIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Olean | 16.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ARCHBISHOP WALSH HIGH SCHOOL Olean | 16.8 mi | 6.8 |
| BOLIVAR-RICHBURG JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bolivar | 16.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16743 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,846
Median Home Value
$116,100
Median Rent
$756/mo
Population
3,960
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
74.1%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
21.5%
Median Age
38.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MEDIA AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL C/O ANDY KING Oxford, PA | 3.3 |
| SUNNY VIEW SCHOOL Narvon, PA | 3.3 |
| BELLAIRE RIDGE SCHOOL Hershey, PA | 3.4 |
| COAFFROATH SCHOOL Coatesville, PA | 3.4 |
| LONE MAPLE AMISH SCHOOL Punxsutawney, PA | 3.4 |
| COUNTY CORNER Knox, PA | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley View Amish School
What grades does Valley View Amish School serve?
Valley View Amish School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Valley View Amish School?
Valley View Amish School has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley View Amish School?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley View Amish School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Valley View Amish School rank in PA?
Valley View Amish School ranks #818 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Valley View Amish School's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley View Amish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Valley View Amish School a private school?
Yes, Valley View Amish School is a private coeducational school with a Amish 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 View Amish School a religious school?
Valley View Amish School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 31
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- McKean County
- Phone
- (717) 442-0952
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