New Story is an all–boys special education school in Mountville, PA, serving grades K–12 in a suburban setting.
Founded in 1997, the school enrolls 111 students with a student–teacher ratio of 28:1, supported by 4 teachers.
The nonsectarian private school has a high percentage of students of color at 97%, ranking among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for diversity.
New Story offers education in a large suburban community near Lancaster, providing a specialized learning environment for boys across all K–12 grades.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
New Story ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
111 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
97%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for New Story?
The application deadline for New Story is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest elementary school is Saint Leo The Great School (2.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Jenkins School (1.1 miles away)
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