Below Average
#418 of 462 private schools in MI
Great Lakes Mennonite School
School
720 ANN ARBOR TRL, Clare, MI 48617
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
1st – 9th
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
1st – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Michigan private schools
#418 of 462
In Clare
#1 of 2
public schools
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Great Lakes Mennonite School
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About Great Lakes Mennonite School
Great Lakes Mennonite School is a private school in Clare, MI. Great Lakes Mennonite School serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades 1st-9th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Lakes Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #418 of 462 private schools in MI.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- MI avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Great Lakes 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 8.5:1 students to teachers, Great Lakes Mennonite School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Great Lakes 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 Great Lakes Mennonite School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Clare, MI
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Great Lakes Mennonite School (this school) | 4.7 |
| Clare Pioneer High School | 5.5 |
| Clare Primary School | 4.3 |
| Clare Middle School | 6.0 |
| Clare High School | 8.4 |
| ClareGladwin Area School | 8.0 |
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 MI.
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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 MI
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
720 ANN ARBOR TRL, Clare, MI 48617
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Lakes Mennonite School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Clare High School (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harrison Alternative Education (rated 8.2/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Harrison), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Farwell High School (rated 8.0/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Farwell), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clare, see our Clare schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Clare Pioneer High School Clare | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Clare Primary School Clare | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Clare Middle School Clare | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Clare High School Clare | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Farwell Middle School Farwell | 3.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Farwell High School Farwell | 3.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Farwell Elementary School Farwell | 3.9 mi | 6.1 |
| EAST DOVER SCHOOL Clare | 5.1 mi | 2.1 |
| Farwell Timberland Alternative High School Farwell | 6.1 mi | 5.7 |
| ClareGladwin Area School Clare | 9.5 mi | 8.0 |
| SHADY LAWN AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Clare | 7.3 mi | — |
| Harrison Community High School Harrison | 12.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Harrison Middle School Harrison | 12.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Robert M Larson Elementary School Harrison | 13.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Harrison Alternative Education Harrison | 13.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JOSEPH THE WORKER SCHOOL Mount Pleasant | 12.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Beal City Elementary School Mt. Pleasant | 12.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Beal City High School Mount Pleasant | 12.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Mary McGuire School Mount Pleasant | 15.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Ganiard School Mount Pleasant | 15.4 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,601
Median Home Value
$154,500
Median Rent
$826/mo
Population
9,729
College Educated
15.3%
Homeownership
75.8%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
20%
Median Age
36.9
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|---|---|
| Burt Township School Grand Marais, MI | 4.7 |
| Maple Creek Education Center Bangor, MI | 4.7 |
| Lapeer Co Education and Technology Center Attica, MI | 4.8 |
| DETROIT CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS OF EXCELLENCE Detroit, MI | 4.9 |
| East China Virtual Academy Ira, MI | 4.9 |
| IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roscommon, MI | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Lakes Mennonite School
What grades does Great Lakes Mennonite School serve?
Great Lakes Mennonite School serves students in grades 1st through 9th.
How many students attend Great Lakes Mennonite School?
Great Lakes Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Lakes Mennonite School?
The student-teacher ratio at Great Lakes Mennonite School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Great Lakes Mennonite School rank in MI?
Great Lakes Mennonite School ranks #418 of 462 private schools in MI.
What is Great Lakes Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?
Great Lakes 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 Great Lakes Mennonite School a private school?
Yes, Great Lakes 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 Great Lakes Mennonite School a religious school?
Great Lakes Mennonite School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 9th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Mennonite
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Clare County
- Phone
- (989) 802-1377
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