Very Good
#99 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 11% of private schools
Yellow Breeches Educational Center
School
7 SPRINGVIEW RD, Carlisle, PA 17015
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
175
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#99 of 873
In Carlisle
#1 of 5
public schools
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Yellow Breeches Educational Center
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About Yellow Breeches Educational Center
Yellow Breeches Educational Center is a private school in Carlisle, PA. Yellow Breeches Educational Center serves approximately 175 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 3.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Yellow Breeches Educational Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 175 students, Yellow Breeches Educational Center 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 3.9:1 students to teachers, Yellow Breeches Educational Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Yellow Breeches Educational Center 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 Yellow Breeches Educational Center compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Carlisle, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yellow Breeches Educational Center (this school) | 7.9 |
| Carlisle Area HS | 6.5 |
| Wilson MS | 4.1 |
| Mooreland El Sch | 5.2 |
| Bellaire El Sch | 6.0 |
| North Dickinson El Sch | 4.8 |
| Crestview El Sch | 4.6 |
| Lamberton MS | 4.9 |
| Letort El Sch | 6.0 |
| Hamilton El Sch | 5.3 |
| Mt Holly Springs El Sch | 3.5 |
| Middlesex El Sch | 5.1 |
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
7 SPRINGVIEW RD, Carlisle, PA 17015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yellow Breeches Educational Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Oak Flat El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Newville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mount Rock Elem Sch (rated 8.3/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Newville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Newville El Sch (rated 7.2/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Newville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Carlisle, see our Carlisle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BLUE RIDGE MENNONITE SCHOOL Carlisle | 5.1 mi | 5.5 |
| North Dickinson El Sch Carlisle | 4.9 mi | 4.8 |
| THE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH Carlisle | 4.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Carlisle Area HS Carlisle | 4.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Wilson MS Carlisle | 4.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Big Spring HS Newville | 4.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Mount Rock Elem Sch Newville | 4.9 mi | 8.3 |
| DICKINSON COLLEGE CHILDREN'S CENTER Carlisle | 4.8 mi | — |
| Mooreland El Sch Carlisle | 4.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Bellaire El Sch Carlisle | 4.9 mi | 6.0 |
| MERAKEY AUTISM CENTER CARLISLE Carlisle | 4.9 mi | — |
| Big Spring MS Newville | 4.9 mi | 6.4 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Carlisle | 5.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Oak Flat El Sch Newville | 5.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Crestview El Sch Carlisle | 5.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Lamberton MS Carlisle | 5.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Letort El Sch Carlisle | 5.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Hamilton El Sch Carlisle | 5.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Newville El Sch Newville | 6.0 mi | 7.2 |
| W.G. Rice El Sch Mount Holly Springs | 7.1 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,634
Median Home Value
$281,100
Median Rent
$1,168/mo
Population
24,240
College Educated
35.3%
Homeownership
82.2%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
47.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DELAWARE VALLEY FRIENDS SCHOOL Paoli, PA | 7.9 |
| GREEN TREE SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.9 |
| KIMBERTON WALDORF SCHOOL Kimberton, PA | 7.9 |
| LOGOS ACADEMY York, PA | 7.9 |
| VALLEY FORGE BAPTIST ACADEMY Collegeville, PA | 8.0 |
| WOODLYNDE SCHOOL Strafford, PA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yellow Breeches Educational Center
What grades does Yellow Breeches Educational Center serve?
Yellow Breeches Educational Center serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Yellow Breeches Educational Center?
Yellow Breeches Educational Center has an enrollment of approximately 175 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yellow Breeches Educational Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Yellow Breeches Educational Center is 3.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yellow Breeches Educational Center rank in PA?
Yellow Breeches Educational Center ranks #99 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Yellow Breeches Educational Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Yellow Breeches Educational Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Yellow Breeches Educational Center a private school?
Yes, Yellow Breeches Educational Center 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 Yellow Breeches Educational Center a religious school?
No, Yellow Breeches Educational Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 175
- Gender Split
- 86% M / 14% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Cumberland County
- Phone
- (717) 249-0539
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