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Below Average

#379 of 478 private schools in IN

Forest Grove School

Middle School

59800 COUNTY ROAD 43, Middlebury, IN 46540

Private

Enrollment

39

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

4.4

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#379 of 478

In Middlebury

#1 of 6

public schools

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Forest Grove School

4.4/10

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

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About Forest Grove School

Forest Grove School is a private middle school in Middlebury, IN. Forest Grove School serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Forest Grove School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #379 of 478 private schools in IN.

How it compares1.1 pts below IN schools
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • IN avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

At 39 students, Forest Grove 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.

Forest Grove 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.

Forest Grove 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 Forest Grove School compares to the 5 public schools in Middlebury, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
This School
vs
15.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
39
This School
vs
696
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.4
This School
vs
7.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Forest Grove School Middlebury Public Avg

All Schools in Middlebury

School Rating
Forest Grove School (this school) 4.4
Middlebury Elementary School 9.2
Orchard View School 8.8
Northridge Middle School 6.9
Heritage Intermediate School 7.2
Northridge High School 6.3

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 6.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,072.5
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 3.1 / 10
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Enrollment 39
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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

59800 COUNTY ROAD 43, Middlebury, IN 46540

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Forest Grove School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Northridge Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EDEN MEADOW SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Millersburg), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CLAY RIDGE SCHOOL (rated 4.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Shipshewana), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Middlebury, see our Middlebury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
CLAY RIDGE SCHOOL Shipshewana 2.3 mi 4.4
CLAY RIDGE SCHOOL Shipshewana 2.3 mi 4.2
PEACEFUL MEADOWS SCHOOL Middlebury 1.9 mi 3.2
MIDDLE BARRENS SCHOOL Middlebury 3.5 mi 4.4
COUNTRY LANE SCHOOL Middlebury 3.1 mi 3.4
Middlebury Elementary School Middlebury 3.3 mi 9.2
BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Middlebury 2.9 mi
TOWNLINE SQUARE SCHOOL AMISH Shipshewana 3.0 mi
MEADOW LARK SCHOOL Middlebury 3.9 mi
CLAY MEADOW SCHOOL Millersburg 4.3 mi 4.1
CLAY MEADOW SCHOOL Millersburg 4.3 mi 4.1
WOODLAWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Goshen 3.9 mi 5.6
PUMPKINVINE SCHOOL Middlebury 3.5 mi 3.8
EDEN MEADOW SCHOOL Millersburg 4.6 mi 4.0
EDEN MEADOW SCHOOL Millersburg 4.6 mi 4.5
Orchard View School Middlebury 4.1 mi 8.8
CLINTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Goshen 3.8 mi 8.3
Northridge Middle School Middlebury 4.3 mi 6.9
PLEASANT RIDGE SCHOOL Shipshewana 4.9 mi
Heritage Intermediate School Middlebury 4.3 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,664

Median Home Value

$297,800

Median Rent

$1,074/mo

Population

13,239

College Educated

18.9%

Homeownership

87.7%

Avg Commute

18.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

31.7

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CLAY RIDGE SCHOOL Shipshewana, IN 4.4
MIDDLE BARRENS SCHOOL Middlebury, IN 4.4
PLEASANT VIEW SCHOOL Etna Green, IN 4.4
ROCK RUN SCHOOL Topeka, IN 4.4
WELDY AMISH SCHOOL Nappanee, IN 4.4
BORKHOLDER SCHOOL C/O STEVEN L. YODER Nappanee, IN 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Forest Grove School

What grades does Forest Grove School serve?

Forest Grove School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend Forest Grove School?

Forest Grove School has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Forest Grove School?

The student-teacher ratio at Forest Grove School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Forest Grove School rank in IN?

Forest Grove School ranks #379 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Forest Grove School's MySchoolScout rating?

Forest Grove School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Forest Grove School a private school?

Yes, Forest Grove 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 Forest Grove School a religious school?

Forest Grove School has a Amish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
39
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Amish
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Elkhart County

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