Back Mountain Amish School in Milroy, PA, is a co–ed rural private school serving grades 1 through 8 with a total enrollment of 28 students.
The school operates with one teacher, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 28:1.
Affiliated with the Amish community, Back Mountain Amish School provides a regular elementary and secondary program in a rural setting.
This school is one of several Amish–oriented private schools within a 7–mile radius, including Shale Bank Amish School and Church Lane Amish School.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 28 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
28 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Back Mountain Amish School?
The application deadline for Back Mountain Amish School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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