Bear Lane School in Punxsutawney, PA, serves 20 students in grades 1 through 8 within a rural community setting.
The co–educational school operates with one teacher, reflecting a student–teacher ratio of 20:1.
The school is affiliated with the Amish orientation and other religious traditions.
Enrollment size and grade span are comparable to several nearby Amish and regular elementary schools in the Punxsutawney area.
Bear Lane School provides a regular elementary and secondary program without memberships in formal school associations.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 20 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
20 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
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 Bear Lane School?
The application deadline for Bear Lane School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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