Excellent
#85 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 10% of private schools
Woodlynde School
School
445 UPPER GULPH RD, Strafford, PA 19087
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#85 of 873
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Woodlynde School
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About Woodlynde School
Woodlynde School is a private school in Strafford, PA. Woodlynde School serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodlynde School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #85 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Woodlynde School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Woodlynde 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.
Schools in Strafford
No public schools found in Strafford for comparison. 2 other private schools in the area.
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
445 UPPER GULPH RD, Strafford, PA 19087
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodlynde School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Devon El Sch (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Devon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wayne El Sch (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Wayne), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Radnor MS (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Wayne), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Strafford, see our Strafford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ARMENIAN SISTERS ACADEMY Radnor | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL Strafford | 0.5 mi | — |
| ASSUMPTION ACADEMY Strafford | 0.7 mi | — |
| DEVON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Devon | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| BEAUTIFUL BEGINNINGS Devon | 0.8 mi | — |
| New Eagle El Sch Wayne | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| HERITAGE SCHOOL Wayne | 1.0 mi | — |
| YSC ACADEMY Wayne | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Wayne El Sch Wayne | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Devon El Sch Devon | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| VALLEY FORGE MILITARY ACADEMY Wayne | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| ST DAVID'S NURSERY SCHOOL Devon | 1.8 mi | — |
| Radnor MS Wayne | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| ST DAVIDS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Wayne | 2.0 mi | — |
| Roberts El Sch Wayne | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ST KATHARINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Wayne | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| REGINA LUMINIS ACADEMY Berwyn | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| TARLETON SCHOOL Berwyn | 2.0 mi | — |
| Valley Forge El Sch Wayne | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| THE CHILDRENS SCHOOL OF CABRINI UNIVERSITY Wayne | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$165,451
Median Home Value
$693,200
Median Rent
$2,130/mo
Population
33,770
College Educated
78.1%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| VALLEY FORGE BAPTIST ACADEMY Collegeville, PA | 8.0 |
| DELAWARE VALLEY FRIENDS SCHOOL Paoli, PA | 7.9 |
| GIRARD COLLEGE Philadelphia, PA | 8.1 |
| GREEN TREE SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.9 |
| KIMBERTON WALDORF SCHOOL Kimberton, PA | 7.9 |
| LOGOS ACADEMY York, PA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodlynde School
What grades does Woodlynde School serve?
Woodlynde School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Woodlynde School?
Woodlynde School has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodlynde School?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodlynde School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Woodlynde School rank in PA?
Woodlynde School ranks #85 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Woodlynde School's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodlynde School 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 Woodlynde School a private school?
Yes, Woodlynde 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 Woodlynde School a religious school?
No, Woodlynde School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Chester County
- Phone
- (610) 293-6516
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