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Needs Improvement

#394 of 399 private schools in MO

Bright Prairie Amish School

Middle School

3332 HAZELWOOD RD, Seymour, MO 65746

Private

Enrollment

40

Student-Teacher

20:1

Score

2.4

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Missouri private schools

#394 of 399

In Seymour

#7 of 11

public schools

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Bright Prairie Amish School

2.4/10

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

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About Bright Prairie Amish School

Bright Prairie Amish School is a private middle school in Seymour, MO. Bright Prairie Amish School serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Bright Prairie Amish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #394 of 399 private schools in MO.

How it compares3.7 pts below MO schools
  • This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
  • MO avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 40 students, Bright Prairie 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.

Bright Prairie 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.

Bright Prairie Amish 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 Bright Prairie Amish School compares to the 3 public schools in Seymour, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
This School
vs
10.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
40
This School
vs
232
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
2.4
This School
vs
7.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Bright Prairie Amish School Seymour Public Avg

All Schools in Seymour

School Rating
Bright Prairie Amish School (this school) 2.4
SEYMOUR HIGH 7.6
SEYMOUR MIDDLE 7.1
SEYMOUR ELEM. 8.1

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 MO.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 20:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,148
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 2.3 / 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 2.7 / 10
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Enrollment 40
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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 MO

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

3332 HAZELWOOD RD, Seymour, MO 65746

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bright Prairie Amish School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SEYMOUR MIDDLE (rated 7.1/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #6 (rated 3.2/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Fordland), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WOODS FORK AMISH SCHOOL (rated 2.7/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Seymour, see our Seymour schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ROCKY RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 1.0 mi 2.4
PLEASANT VALLEY AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 1.2 mi 3.1
DEER CREEK AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 1.4 mi 2.5
HAZELWOOD AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 1.8 mi
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #9 Seymour 2.7 mi 2.2
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #2 Seymour 3.4 mi
VICTORY ACADEMY Seymour 4.2 mi 7.3
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #10 Seymour 3.8 mi 2.3
SEYMOUR HIGH Seymour 4.6 mi 7.6
SEYMOUR MIDDLE Seymour 4.6 mi 7.1
SEYMOUR ELEM. Seymour 4.7 mi 8.1
WOODS FORK AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 4.3 mi 2.7
NATION AMISH SCHOOL Marshfield 4.6 mi 2.3
OAK RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 4.4 mi
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #8 Seymour 5.0 mi
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #7 Seymour 5.5 mi 2.2
OZARK MENNONITE SCHOOL Seymour 7.6 mi 4.0
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #5 Seymour 6.6 mi 2.2
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #6 Fordland 7.7 mi 3.2
MARSHFIELD HIGH Marshfield 10.6 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,503

Median Home Value

$190,500

Median Rent

$698/mo

Population

8,302

College Educated

14.4%

Homeownership

80.3%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

24.2%

Median Age

30.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
NATION AMISH SCHOOL Marshfield, MO 2.3
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #10 Seymour, MO 2.3
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #5 Seymour, MO 2.2
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #7 Seymour, MO 2.2
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #9 Seymour, MO 2.2
WOODS FORK AMISH SCHOOL Seymour, MO 2.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bright Prairie Amish School

What grades does Bright Prairie Amish School serve?

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

How many students attend Bright Prairie Amish School?

Bright Prairie Amish School has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bright Prairie Amish School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bright Prairie Amish School is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bright Prairie Amish School rank in MO?

Bright Prairie Amish School ranks #394 of 399 private schools in MO.

What is Bright Prairie Amish School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bright Prairie Amish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bright Prairie Amish School a private school?

Yes, Bright Prairie 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 Bright Prairie Amish School a religious school?

Bright Prairie Amish School has a Amish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
40
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Amish
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
164 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Webster County

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