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#392 of 399 private schools in MO

Deer Creek Amish School

Elementary School

600 MORNINGSIDE RD, Seymour, MO 65746

Private

Enrollment

56

Student-Teacher

28:1

Score

2.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Missouri private schools

#392 of 399

In Seymour

#5 of 11

public schools

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Deer Creek Amish School

2.5/10

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

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3.1/10

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About Deer Creek Amish School

Deer Creek Amish School is a private elementary school in Seymour, MO. Deer Creek Amish School serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 28:1 student-teacher ratio. Deer Creek Amish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #392 of 399 private schools in MO.

How it compares3.9 pts below MO schools
  • This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 56 students, Deer Creek 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.

Deer Creek Amish School runs 28:1 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.

Deer Creek 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

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How Deer Creek Amish School compares to the 3 public schools in Seymour, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
This School
vs
10.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
56
This School
vs
232
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
2.5
This School
vs
7.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Deer Creek Amish School Seymour Public Avg

All Schools in Seymour

School Rating
Deer Creek Amish School (this school) 2.5
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)
D 1.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 28:1
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+ 3.9 / 10
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Enrollment 56
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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

600 MORNINGSIDE RD, Seymour, MO 65746

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Deer Creek Amish School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SEYMOUR ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILDER ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Mansfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PLEASANT VALLEY AMISH SCHOOL (rated 3.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Seymour, see our Seymour schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.1 mi
School Distance Rating
PLEASANT VALLEY AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 1.5 mi 3.1
BRIGHT PRAIRIE AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 1.4 mi 2.4
ROCKY RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 2.3 mi 2.4
HAZELWOOD AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 2.8 mi
VICTORY ACADEMY Seymour 3.7 mi 7.3
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #2 Seymour 3.4 mi
SEYMOUR HIGH Seymour 3.9 mi 7.6
SEYMOUR MIDDLE Seymour 3.9 mi 7.1
OAK RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 3.2 mi
SEYMOUR ELEM. Seymour 4.0 mi 8.1
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #9 Seymour 3.4 mi 2.2
WOODS FORK AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 3.7 mi 2.7
NATION AMISH SCHOOL Marshfield 4.4 mi 2.3
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #10 Seymour 4.4 mi 2.3
OZARK MENNONITE SCHOOL Seymour 6.5 mi 4.0
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #8 Seymour 5.9 mi
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #7 Seymour 6.6 mi 2.2
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #5 Seymour 7.4 mi 2.2
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #6 Fordland 8.7 mi 3.2
WILDER ELEM. Mansfield 11.1 mi 7.5

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
ROCKY RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Seymour, MO 2.4
PLEASANT VALLEY AMISH SCHOOL Seymour, MO 3.1
ELIAS MICHAEL ELEM. St. Louis, MO 3.3
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lockwood, MO 3.3
SOUTHVIEW Crestwood, MO 3.5
OREARVILLE ELEM. Slater, MO 3.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Deer Creek Amish School

What grades does Deer Creek Amish School serve?

Deer Creek Amish School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Deer Creek Amish School?

Deer Creek Amish School has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Deer Creek Amish School?

The student-teacher ratio at Deer Creek Amish School is 28:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Deer Creek Amish School rank in MO?

Deer Creek Amish School ranks #392 of 399 private schools in MO.

What is Deer Creek Amish School's MySchoolScout rating?

Deer Creek Amish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Deer Creek Amish School a private school?

Yes, Deer Creek 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 Deer Creek Amish School a religious school?

Deer Creek Amish School has a Amish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
56
Gender Split
39% M / 61% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
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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