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#310 of 319 private schools in MN

Living Waters Mennonite School

Middle School

33763 275TH AVE, Browerville, MN 56438

Private

Enrollment

30

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

4.0

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Minnesota private schools

#310 of 319

In Browerville

#2 of 2

public schools

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Living Waters Mennonite School

4.0/10

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

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6.2/10

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7.0/10

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About Living Waters Mennonite School

Living Waters Mennonite School is a private middle school in Browerville, MN. Living Waters Mennonite School serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Living Waters Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #310 of 319 private schools in MN.

How it compares1.8 pts below MN schools
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • MN avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 30 students, Living Waters 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.

Living Waters 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.

Living Waters 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 Living Waters Mennonite School compares to the 2 public schools in Browerville, MN

Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
This School
vs
6.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
30
This School
vs
266
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.0
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Living Waters Mennonite School Browerville Public Avg

All Schools in Browerville

School Rating
Living Waters Mennonite School (this school) 4.0
BROWERVILLE SECONDARY 7.0
BROWERVILLE ELEMENTARY 6.4

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 MN.

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 10:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.5 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,020
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 2.1 / 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)
D 1.2 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 30
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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 MN

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

33763 275TH AVE, Browerville, MN 56438

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Living Waters Mennonite School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BERTHA ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Bertha), which scores notably higher. Another option is PILLAGER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.4/10, 21.1 miles away, in nearby Pillager), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STAPLES-MOTLEY SENIOR HIGH (rated 7.8/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Staples), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Browerville, see our Browerville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.1 mi
School Distance Rating
CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Browerville 4.2 mi 6.2
BROWERVILLE SECONDARY Browerville 4.4 mi 7.0
BROWERVILLE ELEMENTARY Browerville 4.5 mi 6.4
Long Prairie-Grey Eagle Secondary Long Prairie 9.9 mi 4.4
ST MARY OF MT. CARMEL SCHOOL Long Prairie 10.5 mi 7.1
Long Prairie-Grey Eagle Elementary Long Prairie 10.8 mi 4.6
SACRED HEART AREA SCHOOL Staples 16.5 mi 7.1
STAPLES-MOTLEY SENIOR HIGH Staples 16.6 mi 7.8
MOTLEY-STAPLES MIDDLE SCHOOL Staples 16.6 mi 5.9
Staples-Motley Elementary Staples 17.0 mi 5.3
SWANVILLE ELEMENTARY Swanville 16.1 mi 3.6
SWANVILLE SECONDARY Swanville 16.1 mi 6.8
KNIGHT ELEMENTARY Randall 14.4 mi 5.2
BERTHA ELEMENTARY Bertha 16.3 mi 9.0
BERTHA SECONDARY Bertha 16.3 mi 7.4
VERNDALE AREA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Verndale 21.8 mi
VERNDALE ELEMENTARY Verndale 21.9 mi 4.6
VERNDALE SECONDARY Verndale 21.9 mi 5.9
Central Lakes Adventure School Pillager 21.3 mi 6.3
PILLAGER ELEMENTARY Pillager 21.1 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56438 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,093

Median Home Value

$184,000

Median Rent

$859/mo

Population

2,830

College Educated

18.6%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

43.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Living Waters Mennonite School

What grades does Living Waters Mennonite School serve?

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

How many students attend Living Waters Mennonite School?

Living Waters Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Living Waters Mennonite School?

The student-teacher ratio at Living Waters Mennonite School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Living Waters Mennonite School rank in MN?

Living Waters Mennonite School ranks #310 of 319 private schools in MN.

What is Living Waters Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?

Living Waters Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Living Waters Mennonite School a private school?

Yes, Living Waters 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 Living Waters Mennonite School a religious school?

Living Waters 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
30
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Mennonite
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Todd County

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