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Below Average

#203 of 218 private schools in KY

Plainview Mennonite School

Middle School

3520 PLAINVIEW CHURCH RD, Auburn, KY 42206

Private

Enrollment

35

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

4.2

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Kentucky private schools

#203 of 218

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Plainview Mennonite School

4.2/10

Middle School in Auburn · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.8/10

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5.4/10

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About Plainview Mennonite School

Plainview Mennonite School is a private middle school in Auburn, KY. Plainview Mennonite School serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Plainview Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #203 of 218 private schools in KY.

How it compares2.0 pts below KY schools
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • KY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 35 students, Plainview 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 8.8:1 students to teachers, Plainview Mennonite School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Plainview 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 Plainview Mennonite School compares to the 1 public school in Auburn, KY

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
This School
vs
15.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
35
This School
vs
710
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.2
This School
vs
5.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Plainview Mennonite School Auburn Public Avg

All Schools in Auburn

School Rating
Plainview Mennonite School (this school) 4.2
Auburn Elementary School 5.4

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)
A- 7.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
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- 2.1 / 10
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Enrollment 35
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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

3520 PLAINVIEW CHURCH RD, Auburn, KY 42206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Plainview Mennonite School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. South Warren Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Bowling Green), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Russellville Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Russellville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Auburn, see our Auburn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Chandlers Elementary School Russellville 2.4 mi 4.8
Auburn Elementary School Auburn 4.9 mi 5.4
Logan County High School Russellville 5.6 mi 6.4
The Academy Russellville 5.6 mi 2.7
LOGAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Russelville 6.6 mi 5.6
R E Stevenson Elementary School Russellville 7.2 mi 4.9
Russellville High School Russellville 8.4 mi 7.2
Russellville Middle School Russellville 8.4 mi 6.8
FRANKLIN MENNONITE SCHOOL Franklin 10.3 mi
Lewisburg Elementary School Lewisburg 10.5 mi 5.4
Rockfield Elementary Bowling Green 13.3 mi 6.1
Adairville Elementary School Adairville 16.6 mi 5.8
FAITH BAPTIST ACADEMY Franklin 16.2 mi 6.7
South Warren High School Bowling Green 14.7 mi 7.5
South Warren Middle School Bowling Green 14.8 mi 8.3
Lincoln Elementary School Franklin 16.6 mi 6.8
Rich Pond Elementary Bowling Green 15.1 mi 7.5
Olmstead Elementary School Olmstead 16.4 mi 6.7
Simpson Elementary School Franklin 17.3 mi 5.7
Franklin-Simpson High School West Campus Franklin 17.4 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 42206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,630

Median Home Value

$154,200

Median Rent

$757/mo

Population

5,675

College Educated

19.7%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

35.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Plainview Mennonite School

What grades does Plainview Mennonite School serve?

Plainview Mennonite School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend Plainview Mennonite School?

Plainview Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Plainview Mennonite School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Plainview Mennonite School rank in KY?

Plainview Mennonite School ranks #203 of 218 private schools in KY.

What is Plainview Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?

Plainview Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Plainview Mennonite School a private school?

Yes, Plainview 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 Plainview Mennonite School a religious school?

Plainview Mennonite School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
35
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Mennonite
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Logan County

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