Millcreek School in Bird In Hand, PA serves 26 students in grades 1 through 8 within a rural community setting.
The co–educational school operates with one teacher, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 26:1.
The school offers a regular elementary and secondary program without Blue Ribbon recognition.
Nearby private schools include Gibbons School and Minnich School, both serving similar grade ranges with lower student–teacher ratios.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Student Body
Total Students
26 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
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 Millcreek School?
The application deadline for Millcreek School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and preschool to Millcreek School is Veritas Academy (1.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Gibbons School (1.4 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Gibbons School
(Amish)
524 Gibbons Rd
Bird In Hand, PA 17505
(717) 656-4764
Bird In Hand, PA 17505
(717) 656-4764
1.4 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 25 students
26 Hillcrest Ave
Leola, PA 17540
(717) 989-2713
Leola, PA 17540
(717) 989-2713
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 409 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2390 New Holland Pike
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 556-0711
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 556-0711
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 517 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Minnich School
(Amish)
2825 Church Rd
Bird In Hand, PA 17505
(717) 661-7602
Bird In Hand, PA 17505
(717) 661-7602
1.9 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 29 students
Walnut Lane
Montessori School (Amish)
382-a Newport Rd
Ronks, PA 17572
(717) 661-5483
Ronks, PA 17572
(717) 661-5483
1.9 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 25 students
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