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#698 of 713 private schools in OH

Shady Hollow

Middle School

9322 TR # 656, Fredericksburg, OH 44627

Private

Enrollment

43

Student-Teacher

21.5:1

Score

2.7

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#698 of 713

In Fredericksburg

#6 of 7

public schools

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Shady Hollow

2.7/10

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

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About Shady Hollow

Shady Hollow is a private middle school in Fredericksburg, OH. Shady Hollow serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Shady Hollow has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #698 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it compares3.5 pts below OH schools
  • This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 43 students, Shady Hollow 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 Hollow runs 21.5:1 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 Hollow 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 Shady Hollow compares to the 1 public school in Fredericksburg, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
21.5:1
This School
vs
14.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
43
This School
vs
127
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
2.7
This School
vs
7.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Shady Hollow Fredericksburg Public Avg

All Schools in Fredericksburg

School Rating
Shady Hollow (this school) 2.7
Fredericksburg Elementary 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

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 OH.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 21.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,040
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 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
View breakdown
Enrollment 43
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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 OH

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

9322 TR # 656, Fredericksburg, OH 44627

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shady Hollow may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Beacon Hill Academy (rated 7.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Mount Eaton), which scores notably higher. Another option is SPRING BROOK (rated 4.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Dundee), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KOHLER MEADOW (rated 4.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Apple Creek), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fredericksburg, see our Fredericksburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
BREEZEWAY SCHOOL Fredericksburg 0.7 mi 3.0
PLEASANT HILL SCHOOL C/O AARON MAST Fredricksburg 1.0 mi 3.9
PLEASANT VIEW I Apple Creek 1.3 mi 2.7
ASHERY Fredericksburg 1.1 mi
DUBLIN Fredericksburg 1.5 mi
SUNRISE SCHOOL Fredricksburg 1.7 mi
SPRING BROOK Dundee 1.5 mi 4.5
ELM RIDGE Fredericksburg 2.0 mi 3.5
CALMOUTIER Fredricksburg 1.6 mi 2.8
WOODSIDE Fredericksburg 1.7 mi 3.6
C/O BETTY MILLER Millersburg 2.1 mi 4.1
WALNUT HILL Dundee 2.0 mi 3.2
FOUNTAIN VALLEY Dundee 2.2 mi 2.9
SUNNY VIEW Apple Creek 2.4 mi
NATURE VIEW Fredericksburg 2.1 mi
KOHLER MEADOW Apple Creek 2.7 mi 4.3
EAST SALT CREEK Fredericksburg 2.2 mi 3.1
Beacon Hill Academy Mount Eaton 2.3 mi 7.4
CUNNINGHAM ADEN SCHLABACH Apple Creek 2.4 mi
ROCK VALLEY Apple Creek 2.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44627 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,895

Median Home Value

$331,000

Median Rent

$788/mo

Population

7,299

College Educated

5.5%

Homeownership

82.1%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

25.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shady Hollow

What grades does Shady Hollow serve?

Shady Hollow serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend Shady Hollow?

Shady Hollow has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shady Hollow?

The student-teacher ratio at Shady Hollow is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Shady Hollow rank in OH?

Shady Hollow ranks #698 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Shady Hollow's MySchoolScout rating?

Shady Hollow has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Shady Hollow a private school?

Yes, Shady Hollow 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 Hollow a religious school?

Shady Hollow has a Amish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
43
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.5:1
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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