Poverty Ridge Amish School in Mercer, MO, serves 12 girls in grades 2 through 7 within a rural community setting.
The school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 12:1 with one teacher supporting the entire enrollment.
It is affiliated with the Amish orientation and holds memberships in Association Montessori International, National Association of Laboratory Schools, and National Independent 糖心原创s Association.
Poverty Ridge Amish School has the highest percentage of students of color among private schools in Missouri, ranking in the top 20% statewide for diversity.
The school offers a regular elementary and secondary program focused on educating girls in a rural, remote locale.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-7
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Poverty Ridge Amish School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-7
Student Body
Total Students
12 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Poverty Ridge Amish School?
The application deadline for Poverty Ridge Amish School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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