Chestnut Grove School (parochial) (Closed 2025)

Chestnut Grove School (parochial) is a rural, co–educational private school in Shippensburg, PA, serving grades 1 through 8 with a Mennonite religious affiliation.
The school enrolls 28 students and has a student–teacher ratio of 14:1, supported by two teachers.
Tuition information for aligns with the Cumberland County average private elementary school tuition of $6,589.
Nearby private schools in Shippensburg offer similar grade spans and enrollment sizes, with comparable student–teacher ratios ranging from 10:1 to 14:1.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8

Student Body

Total Students
28 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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