Chestnut Mountain Ranch in Morgantown, WV, is a Christian all–boys private school serving grades 7 through 9 in a rural community setting.
Founded in 2004, the school has an enrollment of 10 students with a student–teacher ratio of 3:1 supported by 4 teachers.
The school is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and follows a religious orientation categorized as other Christian.
Chestnut Mountain Ranch offers a middle school and early high school program designed for small class sizes in Morgantown's rural area.
Compared to nearby Morgantown private schools, Chestnut Mountain Ranch has a notably lower enrollment and student–teacher ratio focused on grades 7 to 9.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Don Nehlen, Hall of Fame College Football Coach -
- Steve Finn, Founder of Chestnut Mountain Ranch -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Chestnut Mountain Ranch?
Chestnut Mountain Ranch famous alumni include: Don Nehlen, Hall of Fame College Football Coach and Steve Finn, Founder of Chestnut Mountain Ranch.
When is the application deadline for Chestnut Mountain Ranch?
The application deadline for Chestnut Mountain Ranch is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Chestnut Mountain Ranch is Morgantown Christian Academy (2.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Francis De Sales Central Catholic School (1.7 miles away)
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(304) 291-5070
Morgantown, WV 26508
(304) 291-5070
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(304) 292-9872
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(304) 291-5845
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(304) 291-5845
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(304) 291-4659
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(304) 291-4659
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(304) 296-9554
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