Needs Improvement
#420 of 478 private schools in IN
Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot
Middle School
29731 COUNTY ROAD 36, Wakarusa, IN 46573
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
3.6
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
3.6
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#420 of 478
In Wakarusa
#1 of 3
public schools
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Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot
Middle School in Wakarusa · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Wakarusa Elementary School
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About Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot
Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot is a private middle school in Wakarusa, IN. Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #420 of 478 private schools in IN.
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- IN avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot 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.
Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot 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.
Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot 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
BetaHow Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot compares to the 3 public schools in Wakarusa, IN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Wakarusa
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot (this school) | 3.6 |
| Wakarusa Elementary School | 9.3 |
| North Wood Middle School | 9.0 |
| Madison Elementary School | 8.4 |
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 IN.
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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 IN
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
29731 COUNTY ROAD 36, Wakarusa, IN 46573
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. North Wood Middle School (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jimtown Junior High School (rated 7.0/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Elkhart), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Virgil I Grissom Middle School (rated 5.5/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Mishawaka), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wakarusa, see our Wakarusa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wakarusa Elementary School Wakarusa | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| North Wood Middle School Wakarusa | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| COUNTRY ECHOS Nappanee | 4.6 mi | 4.8 |
| WABASH SCHOOL Wakarusa | 3.9 mi | — |
| Jimtown High School Elkhart | 5.0 mi | 5.6 |
| PINE VIEW Wakarusa | 5.0 mi | 3.4 |
| PINEVIEW Wakarusa | 5.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Jimtown Junior High School Elkhart | 5.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Jimtown Elementary School Elkhart | 5.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Jimtown Intermediate School Elkhart | 5.4 mi | 8.2 |
| OAK GROVE SCHOOL AMISH Nappanee | 5.4 mi | 3.3 |
| OAK GROVE SCHOOL Nappanee | 5.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Madison Elementary School Wakarusa | 4.7 mi | 8.4 |
| HARRISON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Goshen | 4.8 mi | 6.0 |
| EAST LOCKE SCHOOL Nappanee | 6.7 mi | — |
| ELKHART CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elkhart | 6.4 mi | 7.2 |
| MORNING STAR SCHOOL Goshen | 5.9 mi | — |
| UNITED CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Nappanee | 7.5 mi | 7.2 |
| North Wood High School Nappanee | 7.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Virgil I Grissom Middle School Mishawaka | 6.0 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46573 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,375
Median Home Value
$219,800
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
3,943
College Educated
26.2%
Homeownership
91.9%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
38.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot
What grades does Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot serve?
Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot?
Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot?
The student-teacher ratio at Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot rank in IN?
Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot ranks #420 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot's MySchoolScout rating?
Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot a private school?
Yes, Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot 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 Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot a religious school?
Old Order Mennonite Garden Spot has a Mennonite religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 33
- Gender Split
- 24% M / 76% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Mennonite
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Elkhart County
- Phone
- (574) 336-4424
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