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Greenwood Mennonite School

School

12802 MENNONITE SCHOOL RD, Greenwood, DE 19950

Private

Enrollment

252

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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#40 of 59

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Greenwood Mennonite School

6.1/10

School in Greenwood · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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Woodbridge Early Childhood Education Center

6.7/10

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5.2/10

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About Greenwood Mennonite School

Greenwood Mennonite School is a private school in Greenwood, DE. Greenwood Mennonite School serves approximately 252 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenwood Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 59 private schools in DE.

How it comparesOn par with DE schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • DE avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Greenwood 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.

Greenwood 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 Greenwood Mennonite School compares to the 2 public schools in Greenwood, DE

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
This School
vs
13.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
252
This School
vs
643
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.1
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 92.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.8% vs 0%
Black 2% vs 0%
Asian 0.4% vs 0%
Greenwood Mennonite School Greenwood Public Avg

All Schools in Greenwood

School Rating
Greenwood Mennonite School (this school) 6.1
Woodbridge Early Childhood Education Center 6.7
Woodbridge High School 5.2

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 DE.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 14%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 252
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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 DE

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 92.9%
Hispanic 4.8%
Black 2.0%
Asian 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

12802 MENNONITE SCHOOL RD, Greenwood, DE 19950

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greenwood Mennonite School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Frederick Douglass Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Seaford), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Seaford Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Seaford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Phillis Wheatley Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Bridgeville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Greenwood, see our Greenwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Woodbridge Early Childhood Education Center Greenwood 1.3 mi 6.7
Woodbridge High School Greenwood 3.4 mi 5.2
Phillis Wheatley Elementary School Bridgeville 4.6 mi 7.6
Woodbridge Middle School Bridgeville 5.3 mi 6.9
Delaware Early Childhood Center Harrington 7.8 mi 4.8
Chipman (W.T.) Middle School Harrington 8.2 mi 4.9
Lake Forest South Elementary School Harrington 8.3 mi 6.3
MILFORD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Milford 9.1 mi 6.3
Morris (Evelyn I.) Early Childhood Lincoln 8.9 mi 6.2
Seaford Senior High School Seaford 11.3 mi 4.0
Seaford Central Elementary School Seaford 11.3 mi 7.6
Sussex Orthopedic Program Seaford 11.3 mi —
Seaford Middle School Seaford 11.5 mi 6.6
Frederick Douglass Elementary School Seaford 11.6 mi 9.0
Banneker (Benjamin) Elementary School Milford 10.4 mi 4.3
Ross (Lulu M.) Elementary School Milford 10.3 mi 7.2
Mispillion Elementary Milford 10.4 mi 3.5
Lake Forest High School Felton 12.3 mi 4.7
Lake Forest Central Elementary School Felton 12.4 mi 6.1
West Seaford Elementary School Seaford 12.1 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19950 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,970

Median Home Value

$272,800

Median Rent

$1,304/mo

Population

7,822

College Educated

18.5%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

46.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greenwood Mennonite School

What grades does Greenwood Mennonite School serve?

Greenwood Mennonite School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Greenwood Mennonite School?

Greenwood Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 252 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Greenwood Mennonite School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Greenwood Mennonite School rank in DE?

Greenwood Mennonite School ranks #40 of 59 private schools in DE.

What is Greenwood Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?

Greenwood Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Greenwood Mennonite School a private school?

Yes, Greenwood 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 Greenwood Mennonite School a religious school?

Greenwood Mennonite School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
2 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
252
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Mennonite
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Sussex County
Phone
(302) 349-4131

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