Apple Grove is a rural, co–ed alternative school in Orrville, OH, offering Montessori–based education for students in kindergarten through 8th grade.
The school enrolls 42 students with a student–teacher ratio of 14:1, supported by 3 teachers.
Founded with an Amish orientation and other religious affiliations, Apple Grove is a member of Association Montessori International (AMI).
Apple Grove serves families seeking a rural alternative education program in the Orrville area with focused small–group instruction.
Nearby private schools include Central Christian School and Oak Grove II, providing additional options for K–8 education within a few miles.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 42 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 Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
42 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
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 Apple Grove?
The application deadline for Apple Grove is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Apple Grove is Central Christian School (1.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Faith Christian Academy (9.0 miles away)
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(330) 857-7311
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(330) 857-7311
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(330) 345-6771
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(330) 345-6771
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(330) 345-6771
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(330) 345-6771
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(330) 857-7311
Kidron, OH 44636
(330) 857-7311
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Gr: K-12 | 329 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
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(330) 345-6771
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(330) 345-6771
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(330) 683-0012
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(330) 683-0012
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(330) 359-6215
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(330) 359-6215
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(330) 345-6436
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(330) 345-6436
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Gr: PK-11 | 252 students Acceptance rate listed
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Miles
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3970 Kidron Rd
Kidron, OH 44636
(330) 857-7311
Kidron, OH 44636
(330) 857-7311
1.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 329 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Oak Grove Ii
(Amish)
11768 Berg Rd
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(330) 345-6771
Apple Creek, OH 44606
(330) 345-6771
1.9 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 30 students
Deer Creek
Alternative School (Amish)
12353 Arnold
Orrville, OH 44667
(330) 345-6771
Orrville, OH 44667
(330) 345-6771
2 miles
Gr: 1-7 | 42 students
Fountain Meadow
(Amish)
10880 Emerson Rd.
Apple Creek, OH 44606
(330) 345-6771
Apple Creek, OH 44606
(330) 345-6771
2 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 43 students
Green Meadow
(Amish)
5321 S Kansas Rd
Apple Creek, OH 44606
(330) 345-6771
Apple Creek, OH 44606
(330) 345-6771
2.1 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 34 students
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(330) 359-6215
Wilmot, OH 44689
(330) 359-6215
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Gr: PK-12 | 104 students
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(330) 264-5222
Wooster, OH 44691
(330) 264-5222
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Gr: PK-8 | 257 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
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(Catholic)
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(330) 262-8671
Wooster, OH 44691
(330) 262-8671
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Gr: PK-8 | 139 students
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(Christian)
4599b Burbank Rd
Wooster, OH 44691
(330) 345-6436
Wooster, OH 44691
(330) 345-6436
10.8 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 252 students Acceptance rate listed
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(330) 669-2900
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(330) 669-2900
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