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Parkers Chapel Amish School
Middle School
1326 PARKERS CHAPEL RD, Marydel, DE 19964
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
25
Student-Teacher
22.7:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Parkers Chapel Amish School
Parkers Chapel Amish School is a Amish private middle school in Marydel, DE 19964. The school serves approximately 25 students in grades 1st – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 22.7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $95,250, where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 25 students, Parkers Chapel Amish School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Parkers Chapel Amish School is 22.7:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
As a private school, Parkers Chapel Amish School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 25 students
- Type
- Private · Amish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.7:1
- Address
- 1326 PARKERS CHAPEL RD, Marydel, DE 19964
- Phone
- (302) 359-1319
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in DE aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
1326 PARKERS CHAPEL RD, Marydel, DE 19964
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Parkers Chapel Amish School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fred Fifer III Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Camden). Another option is Sudlersville Middle School (rated 4.5/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Sudlersville). Additionally, WILEYS SCHOOL (rated 4.3/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Dover). For more schools in Marydel, see our Marydel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hartly Elementary School Hartly | 4.5 mi | 5.2 |
| SHADY LANE SCHOOL Hartly | 4.1 mi | 2.2 |
| COOPERS CORNER SCHOOL Camden Wyoming | 4.4 mi | — |
| WEST CENTER SCHOOL Hartly | 5.3 mi | 2.8 |
| CEDAR GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Dover | 5.5 mi | 2.9 |
| SOUTHERN MEADOW SCHOOL Wyoming | 5.5 mi | — |
| APPLE GROVE SCHOOL Dover | 6.3 mi | — |
| WILEYS SCHOOL Dover | 7.0 mi | 4.3 |
| ROSE VALLEY SCHOOL Dover | 6.9 mi | 2.8 |
| HONEYSUCKLE KNOLL SCHOOL Dover | 7.5 mi | 2.7 |
| KENTON MENNONITE SCHOOL Clayton | 9.3 mi | 4.7 |
| GREEN HILL Dover | 8.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Greensboro Elementary School Greensboro | 9.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Dover High School Dover | 8.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Sudlersville Middle School Sudlersville | 9.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Sudlersville Elementary School Sudlersville | 9.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Nellie Hughes Stokes Elementary School Dover | 8.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Fred Fifer III Middle School Camden | 9.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Kent Elementary Intensive Learning Center Camden | 9.1 mi | — |
| W. B. Simpson Elementary School Camden | 9.1 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19964 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,250
Median Home Value
$334,000
Population
1,570
College Educated
6.2%
Homeownership
92.6%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
40.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Parkers Chapel Amish School has a median household income of $95,250. It is a community where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $334,000. The local poverty rate of 3.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| APPLE GROVE SCHOOL Dover, DE | — |
| COOPERS CORNER SCHOOL Camden Wyoming, DE | — |
| SOUTHERN MEADOW SCHOOL Wyoming, DE | — |
| SHADY LANE SCHOOL Hartly, DE | 2.2 |
| HONEYSUCKLE KNOLL SCHOOL Dover, DE | 2.7 |
| ROSE VALLEY SCHOOL Dover, DE | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Parkers Chapel Amish School
What grades does Parkers Chapel Amish School serve?
Parkers Chapel Amish School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Parkers Chapel Amish School?
Parkers Chapel Amish School has an enrollment of approximately 25 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Parkers Chapel Amish School?
The student-teacher ratio at Parkers Chapel Amish School is 22.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Parkers Chapel Amish School a private school?
Yes, Parkers Chapel 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 Parkers Chapel Amish School a religious school?
Parkers Chapel Amish School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 25
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- KENT
- Phone
- (302) 359-1319
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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