Chestnut Valley

Chestnut Valley in Dalton, OH is a rural, co–ed alternative school affiliated with the Amish community, serving grades 1 through 8.
The school enrolls 30 students with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, supported by two full–time teachers.
Chestnut Valley offers education within a religious affiliation classified as other religious in a rural setting.
The school's total enrollment of 30 students provides a small community environment compared to nearby private schools in Dalton.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 1-8
  • Enrollment: 30 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8

Student Body

Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
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 Valley?
The application deadline for Chestnut Valley is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: 1-8
  • Enrollment: 30 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Ohio is $9,136 for elementary schools and $13,273 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Ohio is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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