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#391 of 478 private schools in IN

Clay Meadow School

Middle School

11835 W 500 S, Millersburg, IN 46543

Private

Enrollment

49

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

4.1

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#391 of 478

In Millersburg

#7 of 9

public schools

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Clay Meadow School

4.1/10

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

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About Clay Meadow School

Clay Meadow School is a private middle school in Millersburg, IN. Clay Meadow School serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Clay Meadow School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #391 of 478 private schools in IN.

How it compares1.4 pts below IN schools
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • IN avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

At 49 students, Clay Meadow 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.

Clay Meadow 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.

Clay Meadow 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 Clay Meadow School compares to the 1 public school in Millersburg, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
This School
vs
16:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
49
This School
vs
352
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.1
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Clay Meadow School Millersburg Public Avg

All Schools in Millersburg

School Rating
Clay Meadow School (this school) 4.1
Millersburg Elementary- Middle Sch 7.2

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)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,085.5
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)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Enrollment 49
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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

11835 W 500 S, Millersburg, IN 46543

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Clay Meadow School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HONEYVIEW AMISH SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TIMBERVIEW SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Goshen), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TIMBER VIEW SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Millersburg, see our Millersburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
CLAY MEADOW SCHOOL Millersburg 0.0 mi 4.1
EDEN MEADOW SCHOOL Millersburg 0.6 mi 4.0
EDEN MEADOW SCHOOL Millersburg 0.6 mi 4.5
STONEY CREEK SCHOOL Millersburg 1.5 mi 4.6
CLAY RIDGE SCHOOL Shipshewana 2.0 mi 4.4
CLAY RIDGE SCHOOL Shipshewana 2.0 mi 4.2
HONEYVIEW AMISH SCHOOL Millersburg 2.4 mi 4.9
PEACEFUL MEADOWS SCHOOL Middlebury 3.5 mi 3.2
TOWNLINE SQUARE SCHOOL AMISH Shipshewana 3.6 mi
Millersburg Elementary- Middle Sch Millersburg 3.7 mi 7.2
FOREST GROVE SCHOOL Middlebury 4.3 mi 4.4
RAILSIDE Millersburg 4.3 mi 3.8
WOODLAWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Goshen 3.4 mi 5.6
COUNTRY LANE SCHOOL Middlebury 3.7 mi 3.4
HONEY BROOK SCHOOL Topeka 3.9 mi 3.8
TIMBER VIEW SCHOOL Millersburg 4.7 mi 4.8
TIMBERVIEW SCHOOL Goshen 4.7 mi 4.9
TIMBER VIEW SCHOOL Millersburg 4.7 mi 4.9
WEST YODER SCHOOL Shipshewana 4.9 mi 3.2
HILLSIDE AMISH SCHOOL Goshen 4.4 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46543 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,685

Median Home Value

$284,400

Median Rent

$1,074/mo

Population

4,467

College Educated

9.1%

Homeownership

87.4%

Avg Commute

16.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

21.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CLAY MEADOW SCHOOL Millersburg, IN 4.1
JEFFERSON PAROCHIAL AMISH SCHOOL Geneva, IN 4.1
EDEN MEADOW SCHOOL Millersburg, IN 4.0
JAY CREEK SCHOOL Bryant, IN 4.0
NORTH BOGARD AMISH SCHOOL Odon, IN 4.0
BROOKSIDE AMISH SCHOOL Berne, IN 4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Clay Meadow School

What grades does Clay Meadow School serve?

Clay Meadow School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend Clay Meadow School?

Clay Meadow School has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Clay Meadow School?

The student-teacher ratio at Clay Meadow School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Clay Meadow School rank in IN?

Clay Meadow School ranks #391 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Clay Meadow School's MySchoolScout rating?

Clay Meadow School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Clay Meadow School a private school?

Yes, Clay Meadow 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 Clay Meadow School a religious school?

Clay Meadow School has a Amish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
49
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Amish
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
167 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
LaGrange County

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