Average
#534 of 873 private schools in PA
Willow Academy
School
200 BEAVER RUN RD, Lehighton, PA 18235
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#534 of 873
In Lehighton
#3 of 3
public schools
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Willow Academy
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About Willow Academy
Willow Academy is a private school in Lehighton, PA. Willow Academy serves approximately 95 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Willow Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #534 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 95 students, Willow 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 9.5:1 students to teachers, Willow Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Willow 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 Willow Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Lehighton, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lehighton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Willow Academy (this school) | 6.2 |
| Lehighton Area MS | 4.9 |
| Lehighton Area Elementary Center | 7.3 |
| Lehighton Area HS | 7.2 |
| Towamensing 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.
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
200 BEAVER RUN RD, Lehighton, PA 18235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willow Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. MAHONING VALLEY ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ASSOCIATES ISST (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Weissport), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PACKER RIDGE ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lehighton, see our Lehighton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lehighton Area MS Lehighton | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Lehighton Area Elementary Center Lehighton | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Lehighton Area HS Lehighton | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| VALLEY RIDGE ACADEMY Lehighton | 0.7 mi | — |
| BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ASSOCIATES ISST Weissport | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| PACKER RIDGE ACADEMY Lehighton | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Jim Thorpe Area HS Jim Thorpe | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MAHONING VALLEY ACADEMY Lehighton | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| L B Morris El Sch Jim Thorpe | 3.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Carbon Career & Technical Institute Jim Thorpe | 3.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Panther Valley El Sch Nesquehoning | 5.1 mi | 3.8 |
| ST JOHN NEUMANN REGIONAL SCHOOL Palmerton | 6.2 mi | 6.4 |
| S S Palmer El Sch Palmerton | 6.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Palmerton Area HS Palmerton | 6.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Palmerton Area JHS Palmerton | 6.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Parkside Education Center Palmerton | 6.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Panther Valley Intermediate Sch Lansford | 6.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Panther Valley JSHS Lansford | 6.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Slatington El Sch Slatington | 7.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Northern Lehigh SHS Slatington | 7.6 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,626
Median Home Value
$218,000
Median Rent
$1,003/mo
Population
19,121
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
47.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BETHEL DUNKARD BRETHREN CHURCH SCHOOL Bethel, PA | 6.2 |
| HUNTINGDON VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Huntingdon Valley, PA | 6.2 |
| SEEDS OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Creekside, PA | 6.2 |
| SHADY GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mifflinburg, PA | 6.2 |
| ADELPHOI EDUCATION AT ALBERT GALLATIN Uniontown, PA | 6.3 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butler, PA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willow Academy
What grades does Willow Academy serve?
Willow Academy serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Willow Academy?
Willow Academy has an enrollment of approximately 95 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willow Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Willow Academy is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Willow Academy rank in PA?
Willow Academy ranks #534 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Willow Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Willow Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Willow Academy a private school?
Yes, Willow Academy 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 Willow Academy a religious school?
No, Willow Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 95
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Carbon County
- Phone
- (610) 577-0048
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