Needs Improvement
#430 of 478 private schools in IN
Pleasant Mills School
Middle School
1787 N STATE ROAD 101, Decatur, IN 46733
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
66
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#430 of 478
In Decatur
#3 of 3
public schools
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About Pleasant Mills School
Pleasant Mills School is a private middle school in Decatur, IN. Pleasant Mills School serves approximately 66 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 22.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Mills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #430 of 478 private schools in IN.
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- IN avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
At 66 students, Pleasant Mills 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.
Pleasant Mills School runs 22.8:1 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.
Pleasant Mills 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
BetaHow Pleasant Mills School compares to the 3 public schools in Decatur, IN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Decatur
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pleasant Mills School (this school) | 3.4 |
| Bellmont Middle School | 6.1 |
| Bellmont Elementary | 5.3 |
| Bellmont Senior High School | 7.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1787 N STATE ROAD 101, Decatur, IN 46733
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant Mills School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Adams Central Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Monroe), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bellmont Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 5.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COUNTRY VALLEY SCHOOL (rated 3.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Monroe), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Decatur, see our Decatur schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY VALLEY SCHOOL Monroe | 3.8 mi | 3.8 |
| SHADY LANE SCHOOL Monroe | 4.8 mi | 3.1 |
| OAK GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Monroe | 4.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Bellmont Middle School Decatur | 5.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Bellmont Elementary Decatur | 5.1 mi | 5.3 |
| COUNTRY CORNER SCHOOL Monroe | 4.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Bellmont Senior High School Decatur | 5.1 mi | 7.8 |
| SPRINGHILL SCHOOL Monroe | 5.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Adams Central Elementary School Monroe | 4.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Adams Central High School Monroe | 4.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Adams Central Middle School Monroe | 4.7 mi | 7.6 |
| SWISS VALLEY SCHOOL Monroe | 5.0 mi | 3.5 |
| PLEASANT VALLEY AMISH SCHOOL Berne | 6.4 mi | 3.0 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Decatur | 5.6 mi | 5.7 |
| FAIRVIEW SCHOOL Monroe | 5.3 mi | 3.1 |
| CURVE CREEK SCHOOL Berne | 6.4 mi | 3.8 |
| HIDDEN VALLEY SCHOOL Berne | 6.9 mi | 2.8 |
| LINCOLN AMISH SCHOOL Berne | 7.6 mi | 3.7 |
| PRAIRIE SCHOOL Berne | 8.1 mi | 3.0 |
| PRAIRIE SCHOOL ATTN:ERNEST Berne | 8.1 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46733 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,804
Median Home Value
$162,500
Median Rent
$818/mo
Population
19,246
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
82.1%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASPEY CREEK SCHOOL Geneva, IN | 3.5 |
| CEDAR GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Montgomery, IN | 3.5 |
| COUNTRY MEADOW South Whitley, IN | 3.3 |
| HICKORY GROVE SCHOOL Geneva, IN | 3.5 |
| OAK RIDGE SCHOOL Odon, IN | 3.5 |
| RAGLESVILLE AMISH SCHOOL Odon, IN | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant Mills School
What grades does Pleasant Mills School serve?
Pleasant Mills School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Pleasant Mills School?
Pleasant Mills School has an enrollment of approximately 66 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Mills School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Mills School is 22.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Pleasant Mills School rank in IN?
Pleasant Mills School ranks #430 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is Pleasant Mills School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant Mills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pleasant Mills School a private school?
Yes, Pleasant Mills 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 Pleasant Mills School a religious school?
Pleasant Mills School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 66
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Adams County
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