Allen Christian Day School in Carlisle, PA, is a rural, Mennonite–affiliated private school serving co–ed students in grades 2 through 8.
The school has a total enrollment of 35 students with a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 supported by four full–time teachers.
Allen Christian Day School offers a regular elementary and secondary program within a rural community setting.
The school's religious orientation is classified as other religious, reflecting its Mennonite affiliation.
Located in Carlisle, this private school provides alternatives for families seeking education from grade 2 to grade 8 in a rural Pennsylvania environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
Student Body
Total Students
35 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Allen Christian Day School?
The application deadline for Allen Christian Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Allen Christian Day School is Yellow Breeches Educational Center (3.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Mechanicsburg Learning Center (4.4 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Yellow Breeches Educational Center
Special Education School
15 Oak Park Ave
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 249-0539
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 249-0539
3.1 miles
Gr: K-10 | 38 students
Mechanicsburg Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
841 W Trindle Road
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 766-2439
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 766-2439
4.4 miles
Gr: K | 13 students
Dickinson College Children's Center ![Dickinson College Children's Center Photo - Morning Meeting Time includes: word wall, daily schedule, calendar, days of school counting chart, and weather chart. Technology also offered throughout the day.]( "Dickinson College Children's Center Photo - Morning Meeting Time includes: word wall, daily schedule, calendar, days of school counting chart, and weather chart. Technology also offered throughout the day.")
Daycare / Preschool
28 Garland Ave
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 245-1088
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 245-1088
4.6 miles
Gr: K | 12 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Carlisle Early Education Center
Daycare / Preschool
100 E Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-1528
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-1528
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 104 students Tuition listed
Cornerstone Christian Academy
(Christian)
54 S Bedford Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 249-8540
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 249-8540
4.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 22 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Yellow Breeches Educational Center
Special Education School
15 Oak Park Ave
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 249-0539
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 249-0539
3.1 miles
Gr: K-10 | 38 students
Cornerstone Christian Academy
(Christian)
54 S Bedford Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 249-8540
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 249-8540
4.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 22 students
1412 Holly Pike
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 249-5692
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 249-5692
4.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 156 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Merakey Autism Center Carlisle
Special Education School
898 Waggoners Gap Rd
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 249-4525
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 249-4525
6.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 30 students
201 West Main Street
Camp Hill, PA 17011
(717) 737-3550
Camp Hill, PA 17011
(717) 737-3550
8.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 610 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Yellow Breeches Educational Center
Special Education School
15 Oak Park Ave
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 249-0539
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 249-0539
3.1 miles
Gr: K-10 | 38 students
Cornerstone Christian Academy
(Christian)
54 S Bedford Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 249-8540
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 249-8540
4.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 22 students
1412 Holly Pike
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 249-5692
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 249-5692
4.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 156 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
87 Marsh Drive
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 249-4826
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 249-4826
5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 396 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition listed
777 West North Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-8820
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-8820
5.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 126 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Mechanicsburg Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
841 W Trindle Road
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 766-2439
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 766-2439
4.4 miles
Gr: K | 13 students
Dickinson College Children's Center ![Dickinson College Children's Center Photo - Morning Meeting Time includes: word wall, daily schedule, calendar, days of school counting chart, and weather chart. Technology also offered throughout the day.]( "Dickinson College Children's Center Photo - Morning Meeting Time includes: word wall, daily schedule, calendar, days of school counting chart, and weather chart. Technology also offered throughout the day.")
Daycare / Preschool
28 Garland Ave
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 245-1088
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 245-1088
4.6 miles
Gr: K | 12 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Carlisle Early Education Center
Daycare / Preschool
100 E Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-1528
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-1528
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 104 students Tuition listed
87 Marsh Drive
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 249-4826
Carlisle, PA 17015
(717) 249-4826
5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 396 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition listed
Kiddie Academy Of Silver Spring Township
Daycare / Preschool
188 Woods Dr
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 791-0111
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 791-0111
5.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 87 students
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Miles
Quick Facts
Upper Adams Intrmdt School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
136 Fohl Street
Arendtsville, PA 17303
(717) 677-4300
Arendtsville, PA 17303
(717) 677-4300
9319.7 miles
Gr: 4-6 | 361 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Biglerville Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3270 Biglerville Road
Biglerville, PA 17307
(717) 677-7191
Biglerville, PA 17307
(717) 677-7191
9320.5 miles
Gr: K-3 | 421 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Biglerville High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
135 North Main Street
Biglerville, PA 17307
(717) 677-7191
Biglerville, PA 17307
(717) 677-7191
9320.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 535 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Upper Adams Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
135 North Main Street
Biglerville, PA 17307
(717) 677-7191
Biglerville, PA 17307
(717) 677-7191
9320.7 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 242 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Newville Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Steelstown Rd
Newville, PA 17241
(717) 776-2035
Newville, PA 17241
(717) 776-2035
9321.2 miles
Gr: K-5 | 351 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
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