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#387 of 478 private schools in IN

Brookside Amish School

Middle School

5210 E 800 S, Berne, IN 46711

Private

Enrollment

47

Student-Teacher

23.5:1

Score

4.2

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#387 of 478

In Berne

#1 of 18

public schools

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Brookside Amish School

4.2/10

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

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About Brookside Amish School

Brookside Amish School is a private middle school in Berne, IN. Brookside Amish School serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Brookside Amish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #387 of 478 private schools in IN.

How it compares1.3 pts below IN schools
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • IN avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

At 47 students, Brookside 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.

Brookside Amish School runs 23.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Brookside 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Brookside Amish School compares to the 3 public schools in Berne, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
23.5:1
This School
vs
13.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
47
This School
vs
436
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.2
This School
vs
7.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 51.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 48.9% vs 0%
Brookside Amish School Berne Public Avg

All Schools in Berne

School Rating
Brookside Amish School (this school) 4.2
South Adams Elementary School 7.8
South Adams Middle School 7.6
South Adams High School 6.8

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)
C- 2.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 23.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,002
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 50%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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Enrollment 47
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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 51.1%
Hispanic 48.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5210 E 800 S, Berne, IN 46711

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brookside Amish School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BROOKSIDE SCHOOL (rated 4.2/10), with a very similar rating. Another option is JEFFERSON PAROCHIAL AMISH SCHOOL (rated 4.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Geneva), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LINCOLN AMISH SCHOOL (rated 3.7/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Berne, see our Berne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Berne 0.0 mi 4.2
MOUNT CARMEL SCHOOL Geneva 1.5 mi
LONE PINE SCHOOL Geneva 1.9 mi 2.8
JEFFERSON PAROCHIAL AMISH SCHOOL Geneva 2.0 mi 4.1
LINCOLN AMISH SCHOOL Berne 2.3 mi 3.7
ASPEY CREEK SCHOOL Geneva 2.5 mi 3.5
PRAIRIE SCHOOL Berne 2.5 mi 3.0
PRAIRIE SCHOOL ATTN:ERNEST Berne 2.5 mi 3.0
PRAIRIE SCHOOL Berne 2.5 mi 3.0
SOUTH EAST AMISH SCHOOL Geneva 2.4 mi
SOUTH ADAMS Geneva 3.4 mi 2.9
PLEASANT VALLEY AMISH SCHOOL Berne 4.3 mi 3.0
HIDDEN VALLEY SCHOOL Berne 4.2 mi 2.8
HICKORY GROVE SCHOOL Geneva 3.8 mi 3.5
SHADY LANE SCHOOL Monroe 5.1 mi 3.1
ENGLE CREEK AMISH SCHOOL Geneva 4.2 mi 2.9
ENGLE CREEK AMISH SCHOOL Geneva 4.2 mi 2.9
OAK GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Monroe 5.6 mi 3.1
SPRINGHILL SCHOOL Monroe 5.5 mi 3.7
SUNNYSIDE SCHOOL Berne 4.8 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46711 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,817

Median Home Value

$180,200

Median Rent

$773/mo

Population

8,211

College Educated

18.4%

Homeownership

77.1%

Avg Commute

20.4 min

Poverty Rate

15.7%

Median Age

28.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Berne, IN 4.2
CLAY RIDGE SCHOOL Shipshewana, IN 4.2
DAUSMAN PRAIRIE SCHOOL Bremen, IN 4.2
ROLLING ACRES SCHOOL Middlebury, IN 4.3
CLAY MEADOW SCHOOL Millersburg, IN 4.1
CLAY MEADOW SCHOOL Millersburg, IN 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brookside Amish School

What grades does Brookside Amish School serve?

Brookside Amish School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend Brookside Amish School?

Brookside Amish School has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brookside Amish School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brookside Amish School is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Brookside Amish School rank in IN?

Brookside Amish School ranks #387 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Brookside Amish School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brookside Amish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Brookside Amish School a private school?

Yes, Brookside 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 Brookside Amish School a religious school?

Brookside Amish School has a Amish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
47
Gender Split
60% M / 40% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Amish
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
167 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Adams County

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