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Sweetwater Ridge Amish School
Middle School
19465 SWEET WATER RD, Dry Run, PA 17220
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Sweetwater Ridge Amish School
Middle School in Dry Run · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sweetwater Ridge Amish School
Sweetwater Ridge Amish School is a private middle school in Dry Run, PA. Sweetwater Ridge Amish School serves approximately 24 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 12:1 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 24 students, Sweetwater Ridge 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.
Sweetwater Ridge 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.
Sweetwater Ridge 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 24 students
- Type
- Private · Amish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Address
- 19465 SWEET WATER RD, Dry Run, PA 17220
- 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 PA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
19465 SWEET WATER RD, Dry Run, PA 17220
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sweetwater Ridge Amish School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fannett-Metal El Sch (rated 9.0/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Willow Hill). Another option is Fannett-Metal SHS (rated 8.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Willow Hill). Additionally, Rockhill El Sch (rated 7.6/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Rockhill Furnace). For more schools in Dry Run, see our Dry Run schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MEADOW BROOK AMISH SCHOOL Spring Run | 2.1 mi | — |
| Fannett-Metal MS Willow Hill | 4.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Fannett-Metal SHS Willow Hill | 4.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Fannett-Metal El Sch Willow Hill | 4.0 mi | 9.0 |
| WALNUT LANE AMISH SCHOOL Willow Hill | 3.9 mi | — |
| Shade Gap El Sch Shade Gap | 5.0 mi | 6.9 |
| TUNNEL RUN SCHOOL Newburg | 7.4 mi | — |
| Rockhill El Sch Rockhill Furnace | 8.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Lurgan El Sch Lurgan | 8.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Southern Huntingdon Co HS/MS Three Springs | 8.7 mi | 4.1 |
| STONEY CREEK SCHOOL Orrstown | 11.0 mi | — |
| MEADOW GREEN MENNONITE SCHOOL Three Springs | 10.7 mi | — |
| MEADOW GREEN MENNONITE SCHOOL Three Springs | 10.7 mi | — |
| MOWERSVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newburg | 10.6 mi | 6.0 |
| PORTICO RIVER BRETHREN SCHOOL Chambersburg | 14.2 mi | 4.6 |
| SUNSET PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Newburg | 11.3 mi | — |
| EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chambersburg | 15.0 mi | — |
| Shirley Twp El Sch Mount Union | 14.6 mi | 4.8 |
| CULBERTSON MENNONITE SCHOOL Chambersburg | 14.1 mi | 4.7 |
| CULBERTSON CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Chambersburg | 14.1 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,298
Median Home Value
$241,800
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
398
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
89.6%
Poverty Rate
25.1%
Median Age
44.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sweetwater Ridge Amish School
What grades does Sweetwater Ridge Amish School serve?
Sweetwater Ridge Amish School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Sweetwater Ridge Amish School?
Sweetwater Ridge Amish School has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sweetwater Ridge Amish School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sweetwater Ridge Amish School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Sweetwater Ridge Amish School a private school?
Yes, Sweetwater Ridge 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 Sweetwater Ridge Amish School a religious school?
Sweetwater Ridge Amish School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 24
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Franklin County
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