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#841 of 873 private schools in PA

Wood Lawn School

Middle School

325 RIETHMILLER RD, New Wilmington, PA 16142

Private

Enrollment

45

Student-Teacher

22.5:1

Score

2.8

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#841 of 873

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Wood Lawn School

2.8/10

Middle School in New Wilmington · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Wilmington Area EL Sch

6.0/10

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3.7/10

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About Wood Lawn School

Wood Lawn School is a private middle school in New Wilmington, PA. Wood Lawn School serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Wood Lawn School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #841 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares2.6 pts below PA schools
  • This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
  • PA avg 5.4

What Parents Should Know

At 45 students, Wood Lawn 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.

Wood Lawn School runs 22.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Wood Lawn 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

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How Wood Lawn School compares to the 3 public schools in New Wilmington, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
22.5:1
This School
vs
13.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
45
This School
vs
319
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
2.8
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Wood Lawn School New Wilmington Public Avg

All Schools in New Wilmington

School Rating
Wood Lawn School (this school) 2.8
Wilmington Area El Sch 6.0
Wilmington Area HS 8.6
Wilmington Area MS 3.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

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)
C- 2.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 22.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Enrollment 45
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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 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

325 RIETHMILLER RD, New Wilmington, PA 16142

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wood Lawn School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Oakview El Sch (rated 7.6/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby West Middlesex), which scores notably higher. Another option is Delahunty MS (rated 6.6/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Hermitage), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mercer Area MS (rated 5.2/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Mercer), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Wilmington, see our New Wilmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Wilmington Area El Sch New Wilmington 3.1 mi 6.0
Wilmington Area MS New Wilmington 3.2 mi 3.7
Wilmington Area HS New Wilmington 3.2 mi 8.6
FAYETTE SCHOOL Volant 5.0 mi
Mercer Area MS Mercer 5.9 mi 5.2
Mercer Area SHS Mercer 5.9 mi 6.9
Neshannock Memorial El Sch New Castle 7.2 mi 6.7
Neshannock JSHS New Castle 7.2 mi 6.0
Mercer Area El Sch Mercer 6.1 mi 7.2
Luther W Low El Sch West Middlesex 5.7 mi 8.2
Oakview El Sch West Middlesex 5.7 mi 7.6
West Middlesex Area JSHS West Middlesex 5.9 mi 7.3
Mercer County Career Center Mercer 7.2 mi
CREATIVE LEARNING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mercer 6.8 mi 7.3
CRAY CHALLENGES ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL (AEDY) New Castle 9.1 mi
CRAY EDUCATION CENTER New Castle 9.1 mi 6.2
Hickory HS Hermitage 7.6 mi 7.5
Delahunty MS Hermitage 7.6 mi 6.6
Artman El Sch Hermitage 7.6 mi 7.8
Karen A. Ionta El Sch Hermitage 7.7 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 16142 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,750

Median Home Value

$214,100

Median Rent

$797/mo

Population

5,433

College Educated

35.3%

Homeownership

75.4%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

37.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
MAPLE HOLLOW AMISH SCHOOL Spring Mills, PA 2.8
SPROUL ROAD SCHOOL Kirkwood, PA 2.8
WHITE OAK SCHOOL Port Trevorton, PA 2.8
WOODSIDE SCHOOL Spring Mills, PA 2.8
COUNTRY SIDE AMISH SCHOOL Ebensburg, PA 2.7
CROSS ROAD SCHOOL Meyersdale, PA 2.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wood Lawn School

What grades does Wood Lawn School serve?

Wood Lawn School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend Wood Lawn School?

Wood Lawn School has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wood Lawn School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wood Lawn School is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Wood Lawn School rank in PA?

Wood Lawn School ranks #841 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Wood Lawn School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wood Lawn School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Wood Lawn School a private school?

Yes, Wood Lawn 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 Wood Lawn School a religious school?

Wood Lawn School has a Amish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
45
Gender Split
71% M / 29% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Amish
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Mercer County

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