Needs Improvement
#54 of 59 private schools in DE
Cedar Grove Amish School
Middle School
2636 PEARSONS CORNER RD, Dover, DE 19904
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
2.9
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
2.9
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Delaware private schools
#54 of 59
In Dover
#6 of 9
public schools
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About Cedar Grove Amish School
Cedar Grove Amish School is a private middle school in Dover, DE. Cedar Grove Amish School serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Grove Amish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #54 of 59 private schools in DE.
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- DE avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, Cedar Grove Amish School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Cedar Grove Amish School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Cedar Grove Amish School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Cedar Grove Amish School compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Dover, DE
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cedar Grove Amish School (this school) | 2.9 |
| North Dover Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Academy Of Dover Charter School | 5.9 |
| Kent County Community School | 5.8 |
| William Henry Middle School | 4.8 |
| Early College School at Del State | 5.1 |
| Booker T. Washington Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Fairview Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Kent County Secondary ILC | 7.1 |
| Campus Community School | 6.3 |
| W. Reily Brown Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Nellie Hughes Stokes Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Towne Point Elementary School | 5.6 |
| South Dover Elementary School | 4.5 |
| East Dover Elementary School | 5.9 |
| Major George S. Welch Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Dover Air Force Base Middle School | 8.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in DE.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in DE
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2636 PEARSONS CORNER RD, Dover, DE 19904
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedar Grove Amish School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fred Fifer III Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Camden), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILEYS SCHOOL (rated 4.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WEST CENTER SCHOOL (rated 2.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Hartly), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dover, see our Dover schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEST CENTER SCHOOL Hartly | 0.9 mi | 2.8 |
| SHADY LANE SCHOOL Hartly | 1.5 mi | 2.2 |
| WILEYS SCHOOL Dover | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| HONEYSUCKLE KNOLL SCHOOL Dover | 2.0 mi | 2.7 |
| APPLE GROVE SCHOOL Dover | 2.9 mi | — |
| ROSE VALLEY SCHOOL Dover | 2.9 mi | 2.8 |
| GREEN HILL Dover | 3.6 mi | 2.6 |
| COOPERS CORNER SCHOOL Camden Wyoming | 4.1 mi | — |
| SOUTHERN MEADOW SCHOOL Wyoming | 4.3 mi | — |
| Hartly Elementary School Hartly | 3.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Dover High School Dover | 4.0 mi | 5.6 |
| KENTON MENNONITE SCHOOL Clayton | 5.4 mi | 4.7 |
| PARKERS CHAPEL AMISH SCHOOL Marydel | 5.5 mi | — |
| North Dover Elementary School Dover | 5.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Capital Early Childhood Center Dover | 5.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Academy Of Dover Charter School Dover | 5.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Early College School at Del State Dover | 5.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Kent Elementary Intensive Learning Center Camden | 5.9 mi | — |
| W. B. Simpson Elementary School Camden | 5.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Fred Fifer III Middle School Camden | 6.0 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,885
Median Home Value
$281,000
Median Rent
$1,240/mo
Population
38,125
College Educated
27.2%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
40.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ROSE VALLEY SCHOOL Dover, DE | 2.8 |
| WEST CENTER SCHOOL Hartly, DE | 2.8 |
| HONEYSUCKLE KNOLL SCHOOL Dover, DE | 2.7 |
| GREEN HILL Dover, DE | 2.6 |
| SHADY LANE SCHOOL Hartly, DE | 2.2 |
| WILEYS SCHOOL Dover, DE | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedar Grove Amish School
What grades does Cedar Grove Amish School serve?
Cedar Grove Amish School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Cedar Grove Amish School?
Cedar Grove Amish School has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Grove Amish School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Grove Amish School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cedar Grove Amish School rank in DE?
Cedar Grove Amish School ranks #54 of 59 private schools in DE.
What is Cedar Grove Amish School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar Grove Amish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cedar Grove Amish School a private school?
Yes, Cedar Grove Amish School is a private coeducational school with a Amish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Cedar Grove Amish School a religious school?
Cedar Grove Amish School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Gender Split
- 34% M / 66% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Kent County
- Phone
- (302) 698-7630
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