South Leeper School C/o John Petersheim

Quick Facts (26-27)

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

About the School

  • 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 (26-27)

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Students By Grade
Grade 4 has 6 students and is the largest grade level at South Leeper School C/o John Petersheim, while Grades 1-3 each have 3.

Student Body

Total Students
31 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

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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