Railside

Railside in Millersburg, IN serves 37 co–ed students in grades 1 through 8 within a rural community setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 19:1 with 2 total teachers supporting its elementary and middle school programs.
Railside maintains an Amish orientation and is affiliated with another religious tradition while participating in the Council of Bilingual Education.
Tuition rates for private elementary schools in the Elkhart area average $9,854, providing a local context for affordability.
Nearby rural schools offering grades 1–8 have enrollments ranging from 36 to 50 students with student–teacher ratios between 13:1 and 20:1.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 1-8
  • Enrollment: 37 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8

Student Body

Total Students
37 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

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

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

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 1-8
  • Enrollment: 37 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).

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