Very Good
#287 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 33% of private schools
Winchester Thurston School
School
4225 MIDDLE RD, Allison Park, PA 15101
Enrollment
634
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
634
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#287 of 873
In Allison Park
#2 of 2
public schools
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Winchester Thurston School
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About Winchester Thurston School
Winchester Thurston School is a private school in Allison Park, PA. Winchester Thurston School serves approximately 634 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Winchester Thurston School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #287 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Winchester Thurston School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Winchester Thurston 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Winchester Thurston School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Allison Park, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Winchester Thurston School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Central El Sch | 8.5 |
| Hampton HS | 9.0 |
| Hampton MS | 7.6 |
| Burchfield Primary Sch | 9.6 |
| Wyland El Sch | 8.9 |
| Hosack El Sch | 9.3 |
| A W Beattie Career Center | — |
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
4225 MIDDLE RD, Allison Park, PA 15101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winchester Thurston School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Burchfield Primary Sch (rated 9.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairview El Sch (rated 9.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hartwood El Sch (rated 9.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Allison Park, see our Allison Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central El Sch Allison Park | 0.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Hampton HS Allison Park | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| BLESSED TRINITY ACADEMY Glenshaw | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Hampton MS Allison Park | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Burchfield Primary Sch Allison Park | 1.9 mi | 9.6 |
| ROYAL OAK NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Allison Park | 1.6 mi | — |
| Poff El Sch Gibsonia | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
| NORTH PITTSBURGH CHILDRENS HOUSE Gibsonia | 2.5 mi | — |
| Fairview El Sch Pittsburgh | 2.3 mi | 9.6 |
| Hartwood El Sch Pittsburgh | 2.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Dorseyville MS Pittsburgh | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| WESTERN PA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Allison Park | 2.5 mi | — |
| Wyland El Sch Allison Park | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Shaler Area MS Glenshaw | 3.6 mi | 6.1 |
| SHADY SIDE ACADEMY COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 3.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Hance El Sch Gibsonia | 3.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Kerr El Sch Pittsburgh | 4.2 mi | 9.5 |
| SHADY SIDE ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 3.8 mi | 7.7 |
| MONTESSORI CENTER ACADEMY Glenshaw | 4.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Shaler Area El Sch Glenshaw | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,496
Median Home Value
$315,500
Median Rent
$1,211/mo
Population
25,841
College Educated
58.4%
Homeownership
77.2%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
44.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LINVILLE HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Paradise, PA | 7.2 |
| THE SHIPLEY SCHOOL Bryn Mawr, PA | 7.2 |
| WYOMING SEMINARY UPPER SCHOOL Kingston, PA | 7.2 |
| DOCK MENNONITE ACADEMY Lansdale, PA | 6.7 |
| COVENTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. Pottstown, PA | 7.5 |
| LANCASTER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Lancaster, PA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winchester Thurston School
What grades does Winchester Thurston School serve?
Winchester Thurston School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Winchester Thurston School?
Winchester Thurston School has an enrollment of approximately 634 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winchester Thurston School?
The student-teacher ratio at Winchester Thurston School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Winchester Thurston School rank in PA?
Winchester Thurston School ranks #287 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Winchester Thurston School's MySchoolScout rating?
Winchester Thurston School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Winchester Thurston School a private school?
Yes, Winchester Thurston 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 Winchester Thurston School a religious school?
No, Winchester Thurston School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 634
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 578-7505
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