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Deer Run
Middle School
12135 TR # 506, Big Prarie, OH 44611
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Deer Run
Middle School in Big Prarie · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Deer Run
Deer Run is a private middle school in Big Prarie, OH. Deer Run serves approximately 28 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 28 students, Deer Run 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 Run 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.
Deer Run 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.
Schools in Big Prarie
No public schools found in Big Prarie for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Private · Amish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Address
- 12135 TR # 506, Big Prarie, OH 44611
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in OH aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
12135 TR # 506, Big Prarie, OH 44611
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deer Run may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. West Holmes Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Millersburg). Another option is SUNRISE VIEW SCHOOL (rated 3.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Holmesville). Additionally, SUNNY ACRES (rated 3.0/10, 1.7 miles away). For more schools in Big Prarie, see our Big Prarie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HICKORY RIDGE Big Prairie | 1.0 mi | — |
| SUNNY ACRES Big Prarie | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| LOCUST RUN Lakeville | 2.2 mi | 2.1 |
| LAKEVILLE PAROCHIAL Lakeville | 2.6 mi | — |
| LONE PINE Shreve | 2.7 mi | — |
| Nashville Elementary School Big Prairie | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| SUNRISE VIEW SCHOOL Holmesville | 2.9 mi | 3.2 |
| West Holmes High School Millersburg | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| West Holmes Middle School Millersburg | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| SHADY GROVE Holmesville | 3.3 mi | — |
| Shreve Elementary School Shreve | 5.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Lakeville Elementary School Lakeville | 4.5 mi | 9.0 |
| PENIEL CHRISTIAN Holmesville | 4.3 mi | 4.4 |
| ORCHARD LANE SCHOOL Shreve | 4.9 mi | — |
| DIAMOND VIEW Holmesville | 5.1 mi | — |
| SUNNY SLOPE C/O LISA YODER Holmesville | 5.3 mi | — |
| HILLSIDE ACRES Millersburg | 5.5 mi | 5.0 |
| VALLEY VIEW Millersburg | 5.5 mi | 3.2 |
| VALLEY VIEW Millersburg | 5.5 mi | — |
| MORELAND SCHOOL Wooster | 7.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,075
Median Home Value
$167,200
Population
2,313
College Educated
6.7%
Homeownership
94.1%
Poverty Rate
25.4%
Median Age
39.5
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| ASHERY Fredericksburg, OH | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deer Run
What grades does Deer Run serve?
Deer Run serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Deer Run?
Deer Run has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deer Run?
The student-teacher ratio at Deer Run is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Deer Run a private school?
Yes, Deer Run 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 Run a religious school?
Deer Run has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Gender Split
- 14% M / 86% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Holmes County
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