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South Leeper School C/o John Petersheim

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South Leeper School C/o John Petersheim in Fredericksburg, OH offers co–ed education for grades 1 through 8 in a rural setting with an Amish religious affiliation.

The school enrolls 31 students with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1, supported by 2 teaching staff members.

Nearby private schools in the area include Springwood School and Leepers School, both serving similar grade spans with comparable enrollment sizes and student–teacher ratios.

South Leeper School serves families seeking a rural Ohio K–8 private school option within the Amish community.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 1-8
Enrollment: 31 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Amish

Grades Offered

Grades 1-8

Student Body

Total Students

31 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

2 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

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 South Leeper School C/o John Petersheim?

The application deadline for South Leeper School C/o John Petersheim is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 1-8
Enrollment: 31 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Ohio is $9,148 for elementary schools and $13,249 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Ohio is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).