Shepherd School (2026-27 Profile)

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Shepherd School

4964 State Route 208 Volant, PA 16156

Tel: (724) 656-8866

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: 1-8
Enrollment: 35 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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About the School

Shepherd School in Volant, PA, serves 35 students in grades 1 through 8 within a rural community setting.
The coâ€“educational school operates with a single teacher and a studentâ€“teacher ratio of 35:1.
Shepherd School follows an Amishâ€“oriented religious affiliation and offers a regular elementary and secondary program.
Nearby private schools in Volant and surrounding areas provide similar grade spans with varying enrollment and studentâ€“teacher ratios.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: 1-8
Enrollment: 35 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Amish

Grades Offered

Grades 1-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Shepherd School
1	6
2	6
3	4
4	6
5	5
6	3
7	2
8	3

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Student Body

Total Students

35 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

1 teacher

Student-Teacher Ratio

35:1

National avg.:

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Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

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When is the application deadline for Shepherd School?

The application deadline for Shepherd School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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