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#1764 of 1,787 private schools in CA

North Coast Mennonite

School

4332 STATE HIGHWAY 36, Hydesville, CA 95547

Private

Enrollment

30

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

3.7

Grades

1st – 10th

Data vintage2021-22

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North Coast Mennonite

3.7/10

School in Hydesville · grades 1st – 10th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About North Coast Mennonite

North Coast Mennonite is a private school in Hydesville, CA. North Coast Mennonite serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 1st-10th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. North Coast Mennonite has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,764 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares2.6 pts below CA schools
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 30 students, North Coast Mennonite 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.

North Coast Mennonite 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.

North Coast Mennonite 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 North Coast Mennonite compares to the 1 public school in Hydesville, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
This School
vs
24.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
30
This School
vs
224
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.7
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
North Coast Mennonite Hydesville Public Avg

All Schools in Hydesville

School Rating
North Coast Mennonite (this school) 3.7
Hydesville Elementary 5.9

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)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.0 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,020
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
D 1.4 / 10
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Enrollment 30
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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 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4332 STATE HIGHWAY 36, Hydesville, CA 95547

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Coast Mennonite may also want to explore other schools in the area. Redwood Preparatory Charter (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Fortuna), which scores notably higher. Another option is Academy of the Redwoods (rated 8.1/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Fortuna), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Scotia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hydesville, see our Hydesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Koinonia Academy PSP Hydesville 0.5 mi
Hydesville Elementary Hydesville 0.9 mi 5.9
Cuddeback Elementary Carlotta 1.9 mi 6.5
Monument Middle Rio Dell 3.1 mi 4.3
Eagle Prairie Elementary Rio Dell 3.2 mi 5.2
Toddy Thomas Middle Fortuna 3.6 mi 5.9
Stanwood A. Murphy Elementary Scotia 4.4 mi 8.0
Norman G. Ambrosini Elementary Fortuna 3.9 mi 7.6
Redwood Preparatory Charter Fortuna 3.8 mi 8.7
New Life Christian Fortuna 4.1 mi
Eel River Community Eureka 4.7 mi 7.2
Linell K. Walker Elementary Fortuna 4.8 mi 7.9
East High (Continuation) Fortuna 5.3 mi 8.0
Fortuna Union High Fortuna 5.4 mi 4.9
Fortuna Middle Fortuna 5.7 mi 6.9
Loleta Elementary Loleta 10.2 mi 4.8
Ferndale High Ferndale 10.0 mi 6.3
Ferndale Elementary Ferndale 10.3 mi 6.9
Academy of the Redwoods Fortuna 12.4 mi 8.1
Ridgewood Elementary Eureka 13.6 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95547 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,179

Median Home Value

$489,100

Median Rent

$850/mo

Population

1,144

College Educated

22.4%

Homeownership

89.3%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

17.4%

Median Age

52.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Coast Mennonite

What grades does North Coast Mennonite serve?

North Coast Mennonite serves students in grades 1st through 10th.

How many students attend North Coast Mennonite?

North Coast Mennonite has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Coast Mennonite?

The student-teacher ratio at North Coast Mennonite is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does North Coast Mennonite rank in CA?

North Coast Mennonite ranks #1,764 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is North Coast Mennonite's MySchoolScout rating?

North Coast Mennonite has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is North Coast Mennonite a private school?

Yes, North Coast Mennonite 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 North Coast Mennonite a religious school?

North Coast Mennonite has a Mennonite religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 10th
Enrollment
30
Gender Split
37% M / 63% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Mennonite
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Humboldt County

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