Chestnut Grove Parochial School (Closed 2015)

Chestnut Grove Parochial School in Shippensburg, PA, serves 27 students in grades 1 through 8 within a rural community setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 with two teachers supporting its co–educational program.
Chestnut Grove Parochial is part of a local group of rural private schools with similar enrollment sizes and grade spans in the Shippensburg area.
The average private elementary school tuition in Cumberland County is approximately $6,589, providing a regional tuition context for families considering Chestnut Grove Parochial.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8

Student Body

Total Students
27 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 Parochial School?
The application deadline for Chestnut Grove Parochial School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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