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Below Average

#370 of 478 private schools in IN

Andersen Trail School

Middle School

3945 S 125 W, Lagrange, IN 46761

Private

Enrollment

31

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

4.6

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#370 of 478

In Lagrange

#4 of 6

public schools

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Andersen Trail School

4.6/10

Middle School in Lagrange · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Andersen Trail School

Andersen Trail School is a private middle school in Lagrange, IN. Andersen Trail School serves approximately 31 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Andersen Trail School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #370 of 478 private schools in IN.

How it compares0.9 pts below IN schools
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • IN avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

At 31 students, Andersen Trail 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.

Andersen Trail 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.

Andersen Trail 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

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How Andersen Trail School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Lagrange, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
This School
vs
14.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
31
This School
vs
485
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.6
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Andersen Trail School Lagrange Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School Rating
Andersen Trail School (this school) 4.6
Lakeland Primary School 8.0
Lakeland Jr/Sr High School 4.9
Lakeland Intermediate School 7.9
Prairie Heights Elementary School 5.6
Prairie Heights Middle School 5.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 IN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
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School Day Length 5.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 918.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
D 1.3 / 10
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Enrollment 31
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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 IN

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3945 S 125 W, Lagrange, IN 46761

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Andersen Trail School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Westview Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Topeka), which scores notably higher. Another option is MAPLE GROVE SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CREEKSIDE AMISH SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 6.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lagrange, see our Lagrange schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
MORNING STAR Lagrange 0.6 mi
LAKESIDE SCHOOL Wolcottville 1.6 mi 3.1
COUNTRYSIDE SCHOOL Lagrange 2.0 mi
SUNRISE RIDGE Lagrange 1.9 mi
NEW VALENTINE AMISH SCHOOL Lagrange 2.3 mi 4.7
MAPLE GROVE SCHOOL Lagrange 3.3 mi 4.8
Lakeland Primary School Lagrange 4.4 mi 8.0
Lakeland Jr/Sr High School Lagrange 5.2 mi 4.9
Lakeland Intermediate School Lagrange 5.2 mi 7.9
MEADOWBROOK SCHOOL Lagrange 4.4 mi
ELMVIEW SCHOOL Topeka 4.8 mi 3.3
Wolcott Mills Elementary School Wolcottville 5.5 mi
Westview Elementary School Topeka 5.3 mi 9.0
Westview Jr-Sr High School Topeka 5.4 mi 8.1
CREEKSIDE AMISH SCHOOL Lagrange 6.8 mi 4.8
Topeka Elementary School Topeka 5.8 mi 8.8
NATURE VALLEY SCHOOL Lagrange 5.8 mi 3.5
GOLDEN RULE SCHOOL Lagrange 6.9 mi 2.8
ROCK RUN SCHOOL Topeka 5.8 mi 4.4
Rome City Elementary School Rome City 7.0 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46761 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,088

Median Home Value

$205,200

Median Rent

$766/mo

Population

11,985

College Educated

9.7%

Homeownership

79.6%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

33.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Andersen Trail School

What grades does Andersen Trail School serve?

Andersen Trail School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend Andersen Trail School?

Andersen Trail School has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Andersen Trail School?

The student-teacher ratio at Andersen Trail School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Andersen Trail School rank in IN?

Andersen Trail School ranks #370 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Andersen Trail School's MySchoolScout rating?

Andersen Trail School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Andersen Trail School a private school?

Yes, Andersen Trail School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Andersen Trail School a religious school?

Andersen Trail School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
1 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
31
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
5.5 hours
Days Per Year
167 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
LaGrange County

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