East Locke School

70701 County Road 3 Nappanee, IN 46550
www.wanee.org

Quick Facts (2026)

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

About the School

  • 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 Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
23 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

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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