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#30 of 82 private schools in ID
Top 35% of private schools
Deep Creek Mennonite School
Elementary School
4104 N 1100 E, Buhl, ID 83316
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Idaho private schools
#30 of 82
In Buhl
#1 of 3
public schools
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Deep Creek Mennonite School
Elementary School in Buhl · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Deep Creek Mennonite School
Deep Creek Mennonite School is a private elementary school in Buhl, ID. Deep Creek Mennonite School serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Deep Creek Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 82 private schools in ID.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, Deep Creek 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 5.7:1 students to teachers, Deep Creek Mennonite School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Deep Creek 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
BetaHow Deep Creek Mennonite School compares to the 4 public schools in Buhl, ID
Student Demographics
All Schools in Buhl
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Deep Creek Mennonite School (this school) | 6.8 |
| BUHL HIGH SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| BUHL MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| POPPLEWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| WAKAPA ACADEMY | — |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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 ID.
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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 ID
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4104 N 1100 E, Buhl, ID 83316
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deep Creek Mennonite School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROCK CREEK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby Twin Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLOVER TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 9.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, POPPLEWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 3.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Buhl, see our Buhl schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BUHL HIGH SCHOOL Buhl | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
| BUHL MIDDLE SCHOOL Buhl | 3.8 mi | 5.1 |
| POPPLEWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buhl | 3.8 mi | 5.0 |
| WAKAPA ACADEMY Buhl | 3.8 mi | — |
| CLEAR LAKES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Buhl | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| CASTLEFORD SCHOOL Castleford | 5.5 mi | 7.0 |
| CLOVER TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Buhl | 9.2 mi | 5.7 |
| FILER INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Filer | 11.0 mi | 5.8 |
| FILER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Filer | 11.1 mi | 3.8 |
| WENDELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wendell | 14.3 mi | 3.6 |
| FILER MIDDLE SCHOOL Filer | 11.6 mi | 5.4 |
| WENDELL HIGH SCHOOL Wendell | 14.4 mi | 6.9 |
| WENDELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Wendell | 14.6 mi | 4.2 |
| HAGERMAN SCHOOL Hagerman | 15.9 mi | 8.3 |
| HAGERMAN VIRTUAL SCHOOL Hagerman | 15.9 mi | 1.9 |
| FILER HIGH SCHOOL Filer | 12.1 mi | 6.8 |
| XAVIER CHARTER SCHOOL Twin Falls | 16.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ROCK CREEK ELEMENTARY Twin Falls | 16.9 mi | 8.2 |
| HILLTOP SDA SCHOOL Twin Falls | 17.0 mi | — |
| JEROME MIDDLE SCHOOL Jerome | 18.2 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83316 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,378
Median Home Value
$248,100
Median Rent
$825/mo
Population
10,075
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
40.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PIONEER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ketchum, ID | 6.8 |
| ACORN LEARNING CENTER Twin Falls, ID | 6.7 |
| CHERRY GULCH Emmett, ID | 7.0 |
| KIDZ CONNECTION MONTESSORI Boise, ID | 7.0 |
| BOISE ONLINE SCHOOL - ELEMENTARY Boise, ID | 6.4 |
| HOPE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deep Creek Mennonite School
What grades does Deep Creek Mennonite School serve?
Deep Creek Mennonite School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Deep Creek Mennonite School?
Deep Creek Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deep Creek Mennonite School?
The student-teacher ratio at Deep Creek Mennonite School is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Deep Creek Mennonite School rank in ID?
Deep Creek Mennonite School ranks #30 of 82 private schools in ID.
What is Deep Creek Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?
Deep Creek Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Deep Creek Mennonite School a private school?
Yes, Deep Creek 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 Deep Creek Mennonite School a religious school?
Deep Creek Mennonite School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Mennonite
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 163 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Twin Falls County
- Phone
- (208) 543-6756
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