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Below Average

#386 of 478 private schools in IN

Dausman Prairie School

Middle School

6427 ELM RD, Bremen, IN 46506

Private

Enrollment

43

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

4.2

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#386 of 478

In Bremen

#2 of 3

public schools

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Dausman Prairie School

4.2/10

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

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About Dausman Prairie School

Dausman Prairie School is a private middle school in Bremen, IN. Dausman Prairie School serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Dausman Prairie School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #386 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 43 students, Dausman Prairie 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.

Dausman Prairie 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.

Dausman Prairie 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 Dausman Prairie School compares to the 2 public schools in Bremen, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
This School
vs
15.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
43
This School
vs
755
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.2
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Dausman Prairie School Bremen Public Avg

All Schools in Bremen

School Rating
Dausman Prairie School (this school) 4.2
Bremen Senior High School 6.1
Bremen Elementary/Middle 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)
B- 5.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.3:1
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+ 3.7 / 10
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Enrollment 43
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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

6427 ELM RD, Bremen, IN 46506

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dausman Prairie School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HEPTON SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Nappanee), which scores notably higher. Another option is BORKHOLDER SCHOOL C/O STEVEN L. YODER (rated 4.5/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Nappanee), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PLEASANT VALLEY SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Nappanee), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bremen, see our Bremen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CREEKSIDE SCHOOL Bourbon 2.8 mi
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bremen 3.9 mi 7.0
SOUTH BEECH SCHOOL Bremen 3.1 mi
Bremen Senior High School Bremen 4.2 mi 6.1
Bremen Elementary/Middle School Bremen 4.2 mi 6.8
ROLLING MEADOW SCHOOL Bremen 4.2 mi
NEW BURLINGTON AMISH SCHOOL Bremen 4.6 mi 3.9
BOURBON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bourbon 5.4 mi 5.5
Triton Elementary School Bourbon 5.9 mi 6.9
Triton Jr-Sr High School Bourbon 5.9 mi 6.5
BORKHOLDER SCHOOL C/O STEVEN L. YODER Nappanee 6.2 mi 4.5
HEPTON SCHOOL Nappanee 5.4 mi 5.3
PINE GROVE SCHOOL Etna Green 6.3 mi 3.8
WELDY AMISH SCHOOL Nappanee 6.4 mi 4.4
PLEASANT VALLEY SCHOOL Nappanee 5.7 mi 4.5
OAK GROVE SCHOOL AMISH Nappanee 8.1 mi 3.3
OAK GROVE SCHOOL Nappanee 8.1 mi 3.3
UNITED CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Nappanee 7.4 mi 7.2
PLEASANT VIEW SCHOOL Etna Green 7.7 mi 4.4
PINE VIEW Wakarusa 8.7 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,689

Median Home Value

$224,600

Median Rent

$934/mo

Population

10,095

College Educated

20.7%

Homeownership

75.5%

Avg Commute

19 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

37.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BROOKSIDE AMISH SCHOOL Berne, IN 4.2
BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Berne, IN 4.2
CLAY RIDGE SCHOOL Shipshewana, 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 Dausman Prairie School

What grades does Dausman Prairie School serve?

Dausman Prairie School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend Dausman Prairie School?

Dausman Prairie School has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dausman Prairie School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dausman Prairie School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Dausman Prairie School rank in IN?

Dausman Prairie School ranks #386 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Dausman Prairie School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dausman Prairie 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 Dausman Prairie School a private school?

Yes, Dausman Prairie 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 Dausman Prairie School a religious school?

Dausman Prairie School has a Amish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
43
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Amish
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
167 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Marshall County

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