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Ridgeside School

2811 Free Springs Church Rd Mifflintown, PA 17059

Tel: (717) 436-9852

www.newdaycs.org

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 1-9
Enrollment: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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About the School

Ridgeside School in Mifflintown, PA offers co–ed education for grades 1 through 9 in a rural setting with an Amish–related religious affiliation.
The school serves a total enrollment of 22 students and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with two full–time teachers.
As a rural private school, Ridgeside provides elementary and secondary instruction with a focus on small class sizes.
Nearby private options within 3 miles include other Amish–affiliated schools serving similar grade levels, providing families with local educational choices.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 1-9
Enrollment: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Amish

Grades Offered

Grades 1-9

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Ridgeside School
1	1
2	3
3	2
4	2
6	5
7	1
8	2
9	2
Ungraded	4

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Student Body

Total Students

22 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

2 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

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When is the application deadline for Ridgeside School?

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

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