Maple Knob

Maple Knob in Smicksburg, PA, is a co–ed Amish–affiliated private school serving grades 1 through 9 in a rural community setting.
The school enrolls 34 students with one teacher, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 34:1.
Nearby Amish schools serving similar grade ranges have lower student–teacher ratios, such as Dryknob Amish Parochial School at 17:1 and Pine Grove Amish School at 30:1.
The school reflects the local rural community and serves families seeking an Amish–oriented private education in Smicksburg.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 1-9
  • Enrollment: 34 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-9

Student Body

Total Students
34 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Maple Knob Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Maple Knob?
The application deadline for Maple Knob is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 1-9
  • Enrollment: 34 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Pennsylvania is $13,067 for elementary schools and $19,133 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Pennsylvania is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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