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#471 of 478 private schools in IN

Hidden Valley School

Middle School

2497 E 500 S, Berne, IN 46711

Private

Enrollment

47

Student-Teacher

23.5:1

Score

2.8

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#471 of 478

In Berne

#17 of 18

public schools

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Hidden Valley School

2.8/10

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

Pleasant Valley Amish School

3.0/10

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About Hidden Valley School

Hidden Valley School is a private middle school in Berne, IN. Hidden Valley School serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hidden Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #471 of 478 private schools in IN.

How it compares2.7 pts below IN schools
  • This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
  • IN avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

At 47 students, Hidden Valley 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.

Hidden Valley 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.

Hidden Valley 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 Hidden Valley 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
2.8
This School
vs
7.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Hidden Valley School Berne Public Avg

All Schools in Berne

School Rating
Hidden Valley School (this school) 2.8
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)
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+ 4.1 / 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 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2497 E 500 S, Berne, IN 46711

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hidden Valley School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CURVE CREEK SCHOOL (rated 3.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is COUNTRY VALLEY SCHOOL (rated 3.8/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Monroe), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SPRINGHILL SCHOOL (rated 3.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Monroe), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Berne, see our Berne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
PLEASANT VALLEY AMISH SCHOOL Berne 0.7 mi 3.0
SPRINGHILL SCHOOL Monroe 1.5 mi 3.7
PRAIRIE SCHOOL Berne 1.7 mi 3.0
PRAIRIE SCHOOL ATTN:ERNEST Berne 1.7 mi 3.0
PRAIRIE SCHOOL Berne 1.7 mi 3.0
MAPLE LEAF AMISH SCHOOL Berne 1.5 mi 3.0
OAK GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Monroe 2.0 mi 3.1
SUNNYSIDE SCHOOL Berne 2.6 mi 3.1
SUNNYSIDE AMISH SCHOOL Berne 2.6 mi 3.1
CURVE CREEK SCHOOL Berne 2.5 mi 3.8
COUNTRY VALLEY SCHOOL Monroe 3.3 mi 3.8
COUNTRY CORNER SCHOOL Monroe 3.3 mi 3.5
HICKORY GROVE SCHOOL Geneva 3.6 mi 3.5
LINCOLN AMISH SCHOOL Berne 2.9 mi 3.7
SOUTH EAST AMISH SCHOOL Geneva 3.9 mi
SHADY LANE SCHOOL Monroe 3.3 mi 3.1
CANOPE SCHOOL Berne 3.6 mi 2.9
CANOPE SCHOOL Berne 3.6 mi 2.9
BLUE CREEK SCHOOL Berne 3.5 mi 3.7
MOUNT CARMEL SCHOOL Geneva 4.3 mi

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

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GOLDEN RULE SCHOOL Lagrange, IN 2.8
GREEN ACRE AMISH SCHOOL Montgomery, IN 2.8
LONE PINE SCHOOL Geneva, IN 2.8
SUNNY MEADOW SCHOOL Bryant, IN 2.8
WEST WABASH SCHOOL Geneva, IN 2.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hidden Valley School

What grades does Hidden Valley School serve?

Hidden Valley School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend Hidden Valley School?

Hidden Valley School has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hidden Valley School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hidden Valley 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 Hidden Valley School rank in IN?

Hidden Valley School ranks #471 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Hidden Valley School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hidden Valley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hidden Valley School a private school?

Yes, Hidden Valley 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 Hidden Valley School a religious school?

Hidden Valley School has a Amish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
47
Gender Split
62% M / 38% 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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