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#50 of 59 private schools in DE

Kenton Mennonite School

School

2422 CHANCE RD, Clayton, DE 19938

Private

Enrollment

33

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

4.7

Grades

1st – 10th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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Kenton Mennonite School

4.7/10

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

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2.6/10

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5.1/10

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About Kenton Mennonite School

Kenton Mennonite School is a private school in Clayton, DE. Kenton Mennonite School serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades 1st-10th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Kenton Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #50 of 59 private schools in DE.

How it compares1.6 pts below DE schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • DE avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 33 students, Kenton 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.

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Kenton Mennonite School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Kenton 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Kenton Mennonite School compares to the 4 public schools in Clayton, DE

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
This School
vs
17:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
33
This School
vs
541
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.7
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.9% vs 0%
Black 9.1% vs 0%
Kenton Mennonite School Clayton Public Avg

All Schools in Clayton

School Rating
Kenton Mennonite School (this school) 4.7
Clayton Intermediate School 5.1
Clayton Elementary School 6.5
Providence Creek Academy Charter School 6.6
First State Military Academy 6.0

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+ 6.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,040
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 17%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.5 / 10
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Enrollment 33
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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 90.9%
Black 9.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2422 CHANCE RD, Clayton, DE 19938

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kenton Mennonite School may also want to explore other schools in the area. North Smyrna Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Smyrna), which scores notably higher. Another option is Smyrna Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Smyrna), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Providence Creek Academy Charter School (rated 6.6/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clayton, see our Clayton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.8 mi
School Distance Rating
GREEN HILL Dover 3.0 mi 2.6
Clayton Intermediate School Clayton 3.3 mi 5.1
Providence Creek Academy Charter School Clayton 4.7 mi 6.6
Clayton Elementary School Clayton 4.5 mi 6.5
First State Military Academy Clayton 4.8 mi 6.0
Hartly Elementary School Hartly 5.0 mi 5.2
WILEYS SCHOOL Dover 4.8 mi 4.3
HONEYSUCKLE KNOLL SCHOOL Dover 4.7 mi 2.7
CEDAR GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Dover 5.4 mi 2.9
Sunnyside Elementary School Smyrna 4.7 mi 6.3
Smyrna High School Smyrna 5.5 mi 5.9
Smyrna Middle School Smyrna 5.7 mi 5.0
WEST CENTER SCHOOL Hartly 6.2 mi 2.8
Smyrna Elementary School Smyrna 5.8 mi 7.0
SHADY LANE SCHOOL Hartly 6.6 mi 2.2
North Smyrna Elementary School Smyrna 6.1 mi 8.2
Moore (John Bassett) School Smyrna 6.1 mi 6.0
ROSE VALLEY SCHOOL Dover 7.7 mi 2.8
APPLE GROVE SCHOOL Dover 8.0 mi
Dover High School Dover 7.8 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19938 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,338

Median Home Value

$335,800

Median Rent

$1,624/mo

Population

9,867

College Educated

23.4%

Homeownership

88.5%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.5%

Median Age

37.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kenton Mennonite School

What grades does Kenton Mennonite School serve?

Kenton Mennonite School serves students in grades 1st through 10th.

How many students attend Kenton Mennonite School?

Kenton Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Kenton Mennonite School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Kenton Mennonite School rank in DE?

Kenton Mennonite School ranks #50 of 59 private schools in DE.

What is Kenton Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kenton Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Kenton Mennonite School a private school?

Yes, Kenton 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 Kenton Mennonite School a religious school?

Kenton Mennonite School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 10th
Enrollment
33
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Mennonite
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
160 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Kent County

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