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#1714 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Grace Mennonite School

School

7200 N CENTRAL AVE, Winton, CA 95388

Private

Enrollment

114

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

4.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 10th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,714 of 1,787

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Grace Mennonite School

4.3/10

School in Winton · grades Kindergarten – 10th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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About Grace Mennonite School

Grace Mennonite School is a private school in Winton, CA. Grace Mennonite School serves approximately 114 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-10th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,714 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares2.0 pts below CA schools
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 114 students, Grace Mennonite School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Grace Mennonite School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Grace Mennonite School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Grace Mennonite School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Winton, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
This School
vs
23.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
114
This School
vs
430
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.3
This School
vs
7.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.6% vs 0%
Black 0.9% vs 0%
Grace Mennonite School Winton Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Grace Mennonite School (this school) 4.3
Winton Middle 7.1
Sybil N. Crookham Elementary 5.8
Frank Sparkes Elementary 8.3
Winfield Elementary 7.3
Washington Elementary 7.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,092
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 13%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 114
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 93.0%
Two or More 3.5%
Hispanic 2.6%
Black 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7200 N CENTRAL AVE, Winton, CA 95388

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grace Mennonite School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Cressey Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Ballico), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frank Sparkes Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elmer Wood Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Atwater), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Winton, see our Winton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Winton Middle Winton 1.8 mi 7.1
Frank Sparkes Elementary Winton 1.8 mi 8.3
Sybil N. Crookham Elementary Winton 1.8 mi 5.8
Cressey Elementary Ballico 2.3 mi 9.4
Floyd A. Schelby Merced 2.0 mi 4.0
Atwater High Atwater 2.6 mi 5.5
Winfield Elementary Winton 2.4 mi 7.3
Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater 3.1 mi 7.0
Atwater Senior Academy Atwater 3.3 mi
Elmer Wood Elementary Atwater 3.2 mi 7.8
Mitchell Elementary Atwater 3.4 mi 5.7
Mitchell Intermediate Atwater 3.5 mi 6.1
Peggy Heller Elementary Atwater 3.4 mi 6.3
Valley Atwater Community Merced 4.0 mi 6.2
Thomas Olaeta Elementary Atwater 3.9 mi 6.3
Yamato Colony Elementary Livingston 3.8 mi 7.8
Shaffer Elementary Atwater 4.2 mi 5.8
Campus Park Elementary Livingston 3.8 mi 6.1
Bellevue Elementary Atwater 4.2 mi 6.4
Bellevue Senior Elementary Atwater 4.2 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95388 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,762

Median Home Value

$307,900

Median Rent

$1,108/mo

Population

13,005

College Educated

6.8%

Homeownership

54.4%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Median Age

30.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grace Mennonite School

What grades does Grace Mennonite School serve?

Grace Mennonite School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 10th.

How many students attend Grace Mennonite School?

Grace Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 114 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Mennonite School?

The student-teacher ratio at Grace Mennonite School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Grace Mennonite School rank in CA?

Grace Mennonite School ranks #1,714 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Grace Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grace Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Grace Mennonite School a private school?

Yes, Grace Mennonite School is a private coeducational school with a Mennonite affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Grace Mennonite School a religious school?

Grace Mennonite School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
0 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Enrollment
114
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Mennonite
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
168 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Merced County

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