Valley Ridge Academy

BHA is a private academic school licensed through the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
We provide local public school districts with an innovative alternative to after-school placements, district housed alternative education programs, and costly special education programs.
Our staff offers opportunities for success that students may not have in their current placements.
We work diligently with children who have a prognosis for failure and show them how to succeed.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 35 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
35 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Valley Ridge Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Valley Ridge Academy often compared to?
Valley Ridge Academy is often viewed alongside schools like St. John Neumann Regional School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Valley Ridge Academy?
The application deadline for Valley Ridge Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 35 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Pennsylvania is $12,837 for elementary schools and $18,484 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Pennsylvania is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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