For the 2025 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 47 students in Dayton, PA (there are 1 public school, serving 194 public students). 20% of all K-12 students in Dayton, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
100% of private schools in Dayton, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Amish).
Private Schools in Dayton, PA (2025)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Shannock Valley Amish School
(Amish)
216 Sunrise Rd
Dayton, PA 16222
(717) 442-0952
Dayton, PA 16222
(717) 442-0952
Gr: 1-9 | 26 students
Dayton, Pennsylvania Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
304 Town Rd
Dayton, PA 16222
Dayton, PA 16222
Gr: 1-9 | 37 students Avg. class size: 20 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in Dayton, PA?
2 private schools are located in Dayton, PA.
What percentage of students in Dayton go to private school?
20% of all K-12 students in Dayton are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Dayton?
100% of private schools in Dayton are religiously affiliated (most commonly Amish).
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