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Swift Creek Mennonite School
Middle School
1283 HONOLULU RD, Grifton, NC 28530
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Swift Creek Mennonite School
Swift Creek Mennonite School is a Mennonite private middle school in Grifton, NC 28530. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades 1st – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $39,233, where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 28 students, Swift Creek Mennonite School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 7:1, Swift Creek Mennonite School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Swift Creek Mennonite School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Swift Creek Mennonite School compares to the 1 public school in Grifton, NC
Student Demographics
All Schools in Grifton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Swift Creek Mennonite School (this school) | — |
| Grifton | 7.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Private · Mennonite
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Address
- 1283 HONOLULU RD, Grifton, NC 28530
- Phone
- (623) 256-8664
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NC aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
1283 HONOLULU RD, Grifton, NC 28530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Swift Creek Mennonite School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hope Middle (rated 6.5/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Greenville). Another option is A G Cox Middle (rated 6.4/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Winterville). Additionally, Ayden Middle (rated 5.8/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Ayden). For more schools in Grifton, see our Grifton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLAYSMILL RD CHRISTIAN ACADAMY Dover | 5.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Chicod Greenville | 6.9 mi | 7.7 |
| James W Smith Elementary Cove City | 8.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Grifton Grifton | 8.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Hope Middle Greenville | 10.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Vanceboro-Farm Life Elementary Vanceboro | 9.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Ayden-Grifton High Ayden | 9.2 mi | 3.7 |
| D H Conley High Greenville | 11.6 mi | 4.9 |
| GREENVILLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Winterville | 11.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Ayden Middle Ayden | 11.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Ayden Elementary Ayden | 11.1 mi | 9.0 |
| CHRIST COVENANT SCHOOL Winterville | 12.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Wintergreen Intermediate Greenville | 12.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Wintergreen Primary Greenville | 13.0 mi | 5.9 |
| A G Cox Middle Winterville | 12.7 mi | 6.4 |
| West Craven High Vanceboro | 12.3 mi | 3.0 |
| W H Robinson Elementary Winterville | 13.2 mi | 7.1 |
| West Craven Middle New Bern | 12.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Winterville Charter Academy Winterville | 13.7 mi | 7.2 |
| OPENDOOR SCHOOL Winterville | 14.1 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,233
Median Home Value
$122,900
Median Rent
$810/mo
Population
7,055
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
61.1%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
20.7%
Median Age
42.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Swift Creek Mennonite School has a median household income of $39,233. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $122,900, with a median rent of $810/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Swift Creek Mennonite School
What grades does Swift Creek Mennonite School serve?
Swift Creek Mennonite School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Swift Creek Mennonite School?
Swift Creek Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Swift Creek Mennonite School?
The student-teacher ratio at Swift Creek Mennonite School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Swift Creek Mennonite School a private school?
Yes, Swift Creek 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 Swift Creek Mennonite School a religious school?
Swift Creek Mennonite School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Gender Split
- 68% M / 32% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Mennonite
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- CRAVEN
- Phone
- (623) 256-8664
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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