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17049 Pennsylvania Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 281 students in 17049, PA (there are 1 public school, serving 362 public students). 44% of all K-12 students in 17049, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
The top ranked private school in 17049, PA is Juniata Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 99%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
100% of private schools in 17049, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Amish).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 17049 Pennsylvania Private Schools (2026-27)

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Juniata Christian School
Gr: K-12 | 218 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 10
Christian
289 Leonard Hill Rd
Mc Alisterville, PA 17049
(717) 463-2898
(1)
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Map of Cocolamus Christian School
Cocolamus Christian School
Gr: 1-9 | 38 students
Christian
21 Bunkertown Rd
Mc Alisterville, PA 17049
(717) 463-3154
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Map of Shade Mountain School
Shade Mountain School
Gr: 1-8 | 25 students
Amish
2811 Free Spring Church Rd
Mc Alisterville, PA 17049
(717) 463-9600
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17049, Pennsylvania Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Ridgeside School
Ridgeside School
Gr: 1-8 | 16 students
Amish
2200 Free Spring Church Rd
Mc Alisterville, PA 17049
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 17049, PA?
The top ranked private schools in 17049, PA is Juniata Christian School.
How many private schools are located in 17049?
3 private schools are located in 17049.
What percentage of students in 17049 go to private school?
44% of all K-12 students in 17049 are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 17049?
100% of private schools in 17049 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Amish).

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