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Below Average

#193 of 218 private schools in KY

Lincoln County Mennonite School

School

6805 KY HWY 39 S, Crab Orchard, KY 40419

Private

Enrollment

53

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

4.6

Grades

1st – 10th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#193 of 218

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Lincoln County Mennonite School

4.6/10

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

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4.9/10

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6.0/10

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About Lincoln County Mennonite School

Lincoln County Mennonite School is a private school in Crab Orchard, KY. Lincoln County Mennonite School serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades 1st-10th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lincoln County Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #193 of 218 private schools in KY.

How it compares1.6 pts below KY schools
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • KY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 53 students, Lincoln County 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.

Lincoln County 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.

Lincoln County 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 Lincoln County Mennonite School compares to the 1 public school in Crab Orchard, KY

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
This School
vs
12.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
53
This School
vs
284
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.6
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Lincoln County Mennonite School Crab Orchard Public Avg

All Schools in Crab Orchard

School Rating
Lincoln County Mennonite School (this school) 4.6
Crab Orchard Elementary School 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 KY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,190
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 1.9 / 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)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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Enrollment 53
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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 KY

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

6805 KY HWY 39 S, Crab Orchard, KY 40419

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lincoln County Mennonite School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Northern Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Somerset), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lancaster Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Lancaster), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Waynesburg Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Waynesburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Crab Orchard, see our Crab Orchard schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Brodhead Elementary School Brodhead 5.0 mi 4.9
Crab Orchard Elementary School Crab Orchard 6.8 mi 6.0
Rockcastle County High School Mount Vernon 7.5 mi 7.0
Rockcastle Academy for Academic Achievement Mount Vernon 7.9 mi 6.6
Rockcastle County Middle School Mount Vernon 8.0 mi 6.0
Highland Elementary School Waynesburg 8.8 mi 6.7
Mt. Vernon Elementary Mount Vernon 8.8 mi 5.5
Waynesburg Elementary School Waynesburg 9.4 mi 8.1
Eubank Elementary School Eubank 10.4 mi 6.1
Roundstone Elementary School Mount Vernon 11.1 mi 6.8
Northern Elementary School Somerset 13.8 mi 9.1
Lincoln County Middle School Stanford 12.9 mi 4.6
Lincoln County High School Stanford 12.9 mi 5.9
Shopville Elementary School Somerset 14.6 mi 8.0
Paint Lick Elementary School Paint Lick 15.0 mi 6.7
Science Hill Elementary School Science Hill 15.0 mi 7.3
Garrard County High School Lancaster 16.4 mi 6.5
Stanford Elementary School Stanford 15.2 mi 7.0
Lancaster Elementary School Lancaster 17.9 mi 8.4
Garrard Middle School Lancaster 18.0 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40419 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,078

Median Home Value

$136,200

Median Rent

$670/mo

Population

5,128

College Educated

12.4%

Homeownership

79.5%

Avg Commute

33.1 min

Poverty Rate

16.8%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lincoln County Mennonite School

What grades does Lincoln County Mennonite School serve?

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

How many students attend Lincoln County Mennonite School?

Lincoln County Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln County Mennonite School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln County Mennonite School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Lincoln County Mennonite School rank in KY?

Lincoln County Mennonite School ranks #193 of 218 private schools in KY.

What is Lincoln County Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lincoln County Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Lincoln County Mennonite School a private school?

Yes, Lincoln County 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 Lincoln County Mennonite School a religious school?

Lincoln County Mennonite School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 10th
Enrollment
53
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Mennonite
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Lincoln County

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