Walnut Lane is a rural Montessori school in Ronks, PA, serving 25 co–ed students from grades 1 through 8.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 13:1 with 2 full–time teachers.
Walnut Lane is affiliated with the Amish community and accredited by the Association Montessori International (AMI).
Nearby Ronks private schools offering grades 1–8 have enrollment sizes ranging from 22 to 35 students and student–teacher ratios between 11:1 and 35:1.
Walnut Lane provides an alternative Montessori education option within the rural Lancaster County area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
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 Walnut Lane?
The application deadline for Walnut Lane is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school and preschool to Walnut Lane is Veritas Academy (1.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Myers School (1.1 miles away)
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