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Ridgeside School

2811 Free Springs Church Rd Mifflintown, PA 17059

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 1-9
  • Enrollment: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Ridgeside School in Mifflintown, PA offers co–ed education for grades 1 through 9 in a rural setting with an Amish–related religious affiliation.
  • The school serves a total enrollment of 22 students and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with two full–time teachers.
  • As a rural private school, Ridgeside provides elementary and secondary instruction with a focus on small class sizes.
  • Nearby private options within 3 miles include other Amish–affiliated schools serving similar grade levels, providing families with local educational choices.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: 1-9
  • Enrollment: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-9
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
22 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

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When is the application deadline for Ridgeside School?
The application deadline for Ridgeside School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Pennsylvania is $11,922 for elementary schools and $17,826 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Pennsylvania is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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