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Walnut Hill Parochial School

284 S Shirk Rd
New Holland, PA 17557
Walnut Hill Parochial School in New Holland, PA serves 21 students in grades 1 through 8 within a rural community setting.
Founded in 1905, the school has an Amish religious orientation and operates as a coeducational elementary and secondary program.
The student鈥搕eacher ratio of 21:1, with a single teacher serving all enrolled students.
This rural Pennsylvania school ranks among the state's oldest private schools based on founding year.
Walnut Hill Parochial School is part of the Lancaster area network of small private schools offering elementary and middle鈥揼rade education.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked PA School
  • Grades: 1-8
  • Enrollment: 21 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Walnut Hill Parochial School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Year Founded
1905

Student Body

Total Students
21 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Empowering Learners as Global Thinkers and Producers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Walnut Hill Parochial School's ranking?
Walnut Hill Parochial School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Walnut Hill Parochial School?
The application deadline for Walnut Hill Parochial School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked PA School
  • Grades: 1-8
  • Enrollment: 21 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Lancaster County, PA is $12,745 for elementary schools and $14,483 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Lancaster County, PA is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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