Needs Improvement
#449 of 478 private schools in IN
Shady Acres Amish School
Middle School
2831 N 750 E, Montgomery, IN 47558
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
3.1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
63
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
3.1
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#449 of 478
In Montgomery
#7 of 10
public schools
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Shady Acres Amish School
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About Shady Acres Amish School
Shady Acres Amish School is a private middle school in Montgomery, IN. Shady Acres Amish School serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. Shady Acres Amish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #449 of 478 private schools in IN.
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- IN avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
At 63 students, Shady Acres Amish 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.
Shady Acres Amish School runs 21:1 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.
Shady Acres Amish 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 Shady Acres Amish School compares to the 2 public schools in Montgomery, IN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Montgomery
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Shady Acres Amish School (this school) | 3.1 |
| Barr Reeve Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Barr Reeve Middle/High School | 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
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
2831 N 750 E, Montgomery, IN 47558
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shady Acres Amish School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Loogootee Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Loogootee), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH BOGARD AMISH SCHOOL (rated 4.0/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Odon), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CLEARVIEW SCHOOL (rated 3.7/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Montgomery, see our Montgomery schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLEMENTS AMISH SCHOOL Montgomery | 0.5 mi | 2.9 |
| PARSON AMISH SCHOOL Montgomery | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| PLEASANT VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montgomery | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| GREEN ACRE AMISH SCHOOL Montgomery | 1.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Barr Reeve Elementary School Montgomery | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Barr Reeve Middle/High School Montgomery | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| WEST BOGARD SCHOOL Montgomery | 3.1 mi | 3.0 |
| SOUTH EAST CENTER Loogootee | 2.6 mi | 2.9 |
| CLEARVIEW SCHOOL Montgomery | 2.8 mi | 3.7 |
| SOUTH BOGARD AMISH SCHOOL Montgomery | 3.7 mi | 3.2 |
| FAIRVIEW AMISH SCHOOL Loogootee | 3.3 mi | 3.7 |
| FLAT CREEK SCHOOL Loogootee | 3.6 mi | 2.8 |
| SUNNY SIDE SCHOOL Loogootee | 4.5 mi | 3.1 |
| CEDAR GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Montgomery | 5.3 mi | 3.5 |
| PRAIRIE CREEK SCHOOL Montgomery | 5.6 mi | 3.2 |
| NORTH BOGARD AMISH SCHOOL Odon | 6.4 mi | 4.0 |
| HICKORY RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Loogootee | 6.3 mi | 3.1 |
| Loogootee High School Loogootee | 5.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Loogootee Middle School Loogootee | 5.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Loogootee Elementary School Loogootee | 6.0 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 47558 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,154
Median Home Value
$255,500
Median Rent
$814/mo
Population
5,252
College Educated
12.1%
Homeownership
86.7%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
27.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FAIRVIEW SCHOOL Monroe, IN | 3.1 |
| HICKORY RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Loogootee, IN | 3.1 |
| OAK GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Monroe, IN | 3.1 |
| SHADY LANE SCHOOL Monroe, IN | 3.1 |
| SUNNY SIDE SCHOOL Loogootee, IN | 3.1 |
| SUNNYSIDE AMISH SCHOOL Berne, IN | 3.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shady Acres Amish School
What grades does Shady Acres Amish School serve?
Shady Acres Amish School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Shady Acres Amish School?
Shady Acres Amish School has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shady Acres Amish School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shady Acres Amish School is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Shady Acres Amish School rank in IN?
Shady Acres Amish School ranks #449 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is Shady Acres Amish School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shady Acres Amish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shady Acres Amish School a private school?
Yes, Shady Acres Amish 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 Shady Acres Amish School a religious school?
Shady Acres Amish School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 63
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Daviess County
- Phone
- (812) 486-3789
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