Shady Nook Amish School in Sligo, PA, serves 39 co–ed students in grades 1 through 8 within a rural community setting.
The school operates with three teachers, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 13:1 for its regular elementary and secondary programs.
Shady Nook Amish School is affiliated with the Amish orientation and categorized under other religious affiliations.
Nearby private schools in rural Pennsylvania with similar grade spans have enrollment sizes ranging from 14 to 32 students and student–teacher ratios between 7:1 and 32:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 39 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
39 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Shady Nook Amish School?
The application deadline for Shady Nook Amish School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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