Iron Wood in Apple Creek, OH, is a rural co鈥揺d private school serving grades 1 through 8 with a total enrollment of 25 students.
The school has an Amish orientation and other religious affiliation, offering a regular elementary and secondary program.
Iron Wood's student鈥搕eacher ratio of 13:1, supported by 2 teachers for a small class environment.
This Ohio rural private school provides education within a community setting alongside nearby schools serving similar grade ranges and enrollment sizes.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Student Body
Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Iron Wood?
The application deadline for Iron Wood is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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