South Leeper School C/o John Petersheim

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 (2025-26)

  • Grades: 1-8
  • Enrollment: 31 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
31 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
South Leeper School C/o John Petersheim Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
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 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 (2025-26)

  • 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 $9,373 for elementary schools and $13,451 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).

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