Shady Run Amish School

Shady Run Amish School in Smicksburg, PA, serves 27 co–ed students in grades 1 through 8 within a rural community setting.
The school operates with one teacher, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 27:1.
Shady Run Amish School follows an Amish religious orientation and offers a regular elementary and secondary program.
Nearby schools with similar grade spans include Owl Hollow Amish School and Shady Lane Amish School, both located within two miles of Smicksburg.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-8
  • Enrollment: 27 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
27 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Shady Run Amish School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
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 Shady Run Amish School?
The application deadline for Shady Run Amish School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-8
  • Enrollment: 27 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Pennsylvania is $13,264 for elementary schools and $19,225 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Pennsylvania is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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