Shady Glade School in Gordonville, PA, serves 24 co鈥揺d students in grades 1 through 8 within a rural community setting.
The school has an Amish orientation with a religious affiliation categorized as other religious.
With two teachers, Shady Glade maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 12:1 for its regular elementary and secondary programs.
Located near other private schools offering similar grade levels, Shady Glade provides education in a rural area close to Gordonville.
Tuition and acceptance rates are not specified, while the school is not listed with any membership associations or Blue Ribbon recognition.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Student Body
Total Students
24 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
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 Shady Glade School?
The application deadline for Shady Glade School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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