Dausman Prairie School in Bourbon, IN, serves 43 students in grades 1 through 8 within a rural community setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 with three teachers providing instruction to its co–educational student body.
Dausman Prairie School follows an Amish–oriented religious affiliation and operates as a regular elementary and secondary private school.
Nearby Bourbon–area private schools include Creekside School, Pleasant Valley School, and Bourbon Christian School, serving similar grade spans with varied enrollment sizes and ratios.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Student Body
Total Students
43 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 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 Dausman Prairie School?
The application deadline for Dausman Prairie School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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