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East Locke School

70701 County Road 3
Nappanee, IN 46550

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East Locke School in Nappanee, IN, serves 23 co–ed students in grades 1 through 8 within a rural community setting.

The school has a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, supported by 3 teachers for its regular elementary and secondary program.

Affiliated with the Amish orientation and other religious traditions, East Locke School offers education without formal membership in external school associations.

Compared to five nearby private schools serving similar grades, East Locke School has one of the smaller enrollment sizes, providing a distinct rural school environment.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 1-8
Enrollment: 23 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Amish

Grades Offered

Grades 1-8

Student Body

Total Students

23 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for East Locke School?

The application deadline for East Locke School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 1-8
Enrollment: 23 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Elkhart County, IN is $7,691 for elementary schools and $7,876 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).