Needs Improvement
#663 of 713 private schools in OH
Sunny Acres
Middle School
7895 COUNTY ROAD 373, Big Prarie, OH 44611
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
3.0
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
3.0
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#663 of 713
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Sunny Acres
Middle School in Big Prarie · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sunny Acres
Sunny Acres is a private middle school in Big Prarie, OH. Sunny Acres serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunny Acres has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #663 of 713 private schools in OH.
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- OH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, Sunny Acres 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.
Sunny Acres 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.
Sunny Acres 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.
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 OH.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
7895 COUNTY ROAD 373, Big Prarie, OH 44611
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunny Acres may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. West Holmes Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Millersburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUNRISE VIEW SCHOOL (rated 3.2/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Holmesville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LOCUST RUN (rated 2.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Lakeville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Big Prarie, see our Big Prarie schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HICKORY RIDGE Big Prairie | 1.2 mi | — |
| LAKEVILLE PAROCHIAL Lakeville | 1.0 mi | — |
| LOCUST RUN Lakeville | 1.2 mi | 2.1 |
| DEER RUN Big Prarie | 1.7 mi | — |
| Nashville Elementary School Big Prairie | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Lakeville Elementary School Lakeville | 2.8 mi | 9.0 |
| LONE PINE Shreve | 3.6 mi | — |
| Shreve Elementary School Shreve | 4.7 mi | 9.1 |
| SUNRISE VIEW SCHOOL Holmesville | 4.3 mi | 3.2 |
| SHADY GROVE Holmesville | 4.5 mi | — |
| West Holmes High School Millersburg | 5.3 mi | 6.6 |
| West Holmes Middle School Millersburg | 5.3 mi | 7.2 |
| ORCHARD LANE SCHOOL Shreve | 5.2 mi | — |
| PENIEL CHRISTIAN Holmesville | 5.6 mi | 4.4 |
| DIAMOND VIEW Holmesville | 6.3 mi | — |
| SUNNY SLOPE C/O LISA YODER Holmesville | 6.4 mi | — |
| INDIAN VALLEY Wooster | 8.3 mi | — |
| HILLSIDE ACRES Millersburg | 7.1 mi | 5.0 |
| VALLEY VIEW Millersburg | 7.0 mi | 3.2 |
| VALLEY VIEW Millersburg | 7.0 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BREEZEWAY SCHOOL Fredericksburg, OH | 3.0 |
| DUNDEE SOUTH SCHOOL Dundee, OH | 3.0 |
| EAST FAIRVIEW SCHOOL Millersburg, OH | 3.0 |
| PARKMAN PAROCHIAL Middlefield, OH | 3.0 |
| SHADOW RIDGE W. Farmington, OH | 3.0 |
| STONEY CREEK Middlefield, OH | 3.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunny Acres
What grades does Sunny Acres serve?
Sunny Acres serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Sunny Acres?
Sunny Acres has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunny Acres?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunny Acres is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sunny Acres rank in OH?
Sunny Acres ranks #663 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is Sunny Acres's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunny Acres has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sunny Acres a private school?
Yes, Sunny Acres 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 Sunny Acres a religious school?
Sunny Acres has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- 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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