Penn-Mont Academy provides a Montessori learning environment that will: Educate the whole child Prepare independent, life-long learners Inspire global citizenship
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked PA School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Acceptance rate: 29%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Penn-mont Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1961
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
Student Body
Total Students
225 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- Penn-Mont Academy educates children 6 weeks through 6th grade.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Penn-mont Academy?
The acceptance rate of Penn-mont Academy is 29%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. Penn-mont Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Pennsylvania with low acceptance rates.
What is Penn-mont Academy's ranking?
Penn-mont Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Penn-mont Academy?
The application deadline for Penn-mont Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Daycare / Preschool
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Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-6112
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Holy Trinity Elementary Holidaysburg Campus
(Catholic)
321 Spruce St
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 696-6112
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 696-6112
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 98 students Tuition listed
St. Patrick School
(Catholic)
731 Patrick Ln
Newry, PA 16665
(814) 695-3819
Newry, PA 16665
(814) 695-3819
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 64 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Soaring Heights School
Special Education School
400 Lakemont Park Blvd Ste 300
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 414-3903
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 414-3903
3.2 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 29 students
Soaring Heights School - Mifflintown
Special Education School
23215 Route 34 S
Mifflin, PA 17058
(814) 317-0412
Mifflin, PA 17058
(814) 317-0412
3.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 24 students
Holy Trinity Catholic School
(Catholic)
321 Spruce St
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-6112
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-6112
3.8 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 132 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
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Soaring Heights School - Mifflintown
Special Education School
23215 Route 34 S
Mifflin, PA 17058
(814) 317-0412
Mifflin, PA 17058
(814) 317-0412
3.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 24 students
Merakey Education Center - East Freedom
Special Education School
2879 Everett Rd
East Freedom, PA 16637
(814) 696-3390
East Freedom, PA 16637
(814) 696-3390
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Gr: 1-12 | 24 students
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Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 944-4014
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 944-4014
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Adelphoi Education At Altoona
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600s. Jaggard St.
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 204-0018
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 204-0018
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925 Blacks Lane
Duncansville, PA 16635
(814) 696-3702
Duncansville, PA 16635
(814) 696-3702
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Holy Trinity Elementary Holidaysburg Campus
(Catholic)
321 Spruce St
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 696-6112
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 696-6112
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 98 students Tuition listed
St. Patrick School
(Catholic)
731 Patrick Ln
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(814) 695-3819
Newry, PA 16665
(814) 695-3819
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 64 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Soaring Heights School - Mifflintown
Special Education School
23215 Route 34 S
Mifflin, PA 17058
(814) 317-0412
Mifflin, PA 17058
(814) 317-0412
3.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 24 students
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(Catholic)
321 Spruce St
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-6112
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-6112
3.8 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 132 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
Holy Trinity Middle School Campus
(Catholic)
5519 6th Ave
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 942-7835
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 942-7835
3.8 miles
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Miles
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Holy Trinity Elementary Holidaysburg Campus
(Catholic)
321 Spruce St
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 696-6112
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 696-6112
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 98 students Tuition listed
St. Patrick School
(Catholic)
731 Patrick Ln
Newry, PA 16665
(814) 695-3819
Newry, PA 16665
(814) 695-3819
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 64 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Catholic)
321 Spruce St
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-6112
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-6112
3.8 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 132 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
113 Byron Ave
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 942-6419
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 942-6419
4.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 50 students Tuition listed
Blair County Christian School
(Baptist)
925 Blacks Lane
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(814) 696-3702
Duncansville, PA 16635
(814) 696-3702
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