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Below Average

#380 of 399 private schools in MO

Ozark Mennonite School

School

1430 PEEWEE CROSSING RD, Seymour, MO 65746

Private

Enrollment

71

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

4.0

Grades

1st – 11th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Missouri private schools

#380 of 399

In Seymour

#2 of 11

public schools

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Ozark Mennonite School

4.0/10

School in Seymour · grades 1st – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Seymour Elem.

8.1/10

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7.6/10

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About Ozark Mennonite School

Ozark Mennonite School is a private school in Seymour, MO. Ozark Mennonite School serves approximately 71 students, and covers grades 1st-11th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ozark Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #380 of 399 private schools in MO.

How it compares2.3 pts below MO schools
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • MO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 71 students, Ozark 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.

Ozark 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.

Ozark 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 Ozark Mennonite School compares to the 3 public schools in Seymour, MO

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
This School
vs
10.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
71
This School
vs
232
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.0
This School
vs
7.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 98.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.4% vs 0%
Ozark Mennonite School Seymour Public Avg

All Schools in Seymour

School Rating
Ozark Mennonite School (this school) 4.0
SEYMOUR ELEM. 8.1
SEYMOUR HIGH 7.6
SEYMOUR MIDDLE 7.1

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 MO.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.8:1
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 990
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 3%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Enrollment 71
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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 MO

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 98.6%
Hispanic 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1430 PEEWEE CROSSING RD, Seymour, MO 65746

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ozark Mennonite School may also want to explore other schools in the area. MANSFIELD JR. HIGH (rated 8.9/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Mansfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is MANSFIELD HIGH (rated 8.7/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Mansfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SEYMOUR ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seymour, see our Seymour schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.2 mi
School Distance Rating
SEYMOUR ELEM. Seymour 3.3 mi 8.1
SEYMOUR HIGH Seymour 3.3 mi 7.6
SEYMOUR MIDDLE Seymour 3.4 mi 7.1
VICTORY ACADEMY Seymour 3.8 mi 7.3
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #2 Seymour 5.5 mi
DEER CREEK AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 6.5 mi 2.5
OAK RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 6.6 mi
BRIGHT PRAIRIE AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 7.6 mi 2.4
MT ZION BIBLE SCHOOL Ava 7.6 mi
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #9 Seymour 7.2 mi 2.2
PLEASANT VALLEY AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 8.0 mi 3.1
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #10 Seymour 7.2 mi 2.3
ROCKY RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 8.0 mi 2.4
WOODS FORK AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 8.8 mi 2.7
WILDER ELEM. Mansfield 7.4 mi 7.5
MANSFIELD HIGH Mansfield 7.4 mi 8.7
MANSFIELD JR. HIGH Mansfield 7.5 mi 8.9
HAZELWOOD AMISH SCHOOL Seymour 9.2 mi
NATION AMISH SCHOOL Marshfield 10.1 mi 2.3
WEBSTER CO PAROCHIAL #8 Seymour 9.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,503

Median Home Value

$190,500

Median Rent

$698/mo

Population

8,302

College Educated

14.4%

Homeownership

80.3%

Avg Commute

32.3 min

Poverty Rate

24.2%

Median Age

30.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ozark Mennonite School

What grades does Ozark Mennonite School serve?

Ozark Mennonite School serves students in grades 1st through 11th.

How many students attend Ozark Mennonite School?

Ozark Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 71 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Ozark Mennonite School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Ozark Mennonite School rank in MO?

Ozark Mennonite School ranks #380 of 399 private schools in MO.

What is Ozark Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ozark 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 Ozark Mennonite School a private school?

Yes, Ozark 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 Ozark Mennonite School a religious school?

Ozark 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 – 11th
Enrollment
71
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Mennonite
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Webster County

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