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Below Average

#592 of 713 private schools in OH

Peniel Christian

Elementary School

9915 COUNTY ROAD 329, Holmesville, OH 44633

Private

Enrollment

30

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#592 of 713

In Holmesville

#1 of 4

public schools

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Peniel Christian

4.4/10

Elementary School in Holmesville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Peniel Christian

Peniel Christian is a private elementary school in Holmesville, OH. Peniel Christian serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Peniel Christian has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #592 of 713 private schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Peniel Christian show 50% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

How it compares2.3 pts below OH schools
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 30 students, Peniel Christian 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.

Peniel Christian 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.

Peniel Christian 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 Peniel Christian compares to the 1 public school in Holmesville, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
This School
vs
12.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
30
This School
vs
99
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.4
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Peniel Christian Holmesville Public Avg

All Schools in Holmesville

School Rating
Peniel Christian (this school) 4.4
Holmesville Elementary School 6.8

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 OH.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 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- 2.3 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 992
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 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
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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 OH

Test Scores OH OST (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 50.0% (2019 OST)
School
State
36.7% (2019 OST)
ELA Proficiency 66.7% (2019 OST)
School
State
48.8% (2019 OST)

Based on 2 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

9915 COUNTY ROAD 329, Holmesville, OH 44633

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Peniel Christian may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shreve Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Shreve), which scores notably higher. Another option is Holmesville Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HILLSIDE ACRES (rated 5.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Millersburg), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Holmesville, see our Holmesville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
DIAMOND VIEW Holmesville 0.8 mi
SUNNY SLOPE C/O LISA YODER Holmesville 1.1 mi
SHADY GROVE Holmesville 1.0 mi
SUNRISE VIEW SCHOOL Holmesville 1.4 mi 3.2
VALLEY VIEW Millersburg 2.1 mi 3.2
VALLEY VIEW Millersburg 2.1 mi
LONE PINE Shreve 2.2 mi
HILLSIDE ACRES Millersburg 2.9 mi 5.0
ORCHARD LANE SCHOOL Shreve 3.0 mi
Holmesville Elementary School Holmesville 2.8 mi 6.8
West Holmes Middle School Millersburg 4.0 mi 7.2
West Holmes High School Millersburg 4.2 mi 6.6
Shreve Elementary School Shreve 4.6 mi 9.1
MAPLE SPRINGS SCHOOL Holmesville 4.1 mi 2.8
MORELAND SCHOOL Wooster 5.2 mi
COUNTRY LANE Holmesville 4.2 mi
MARTINS CREEK Holmesville 4.2 mi 4.2
DEER RUN Big Prarie 4.3 mi
SUNNY MEADOW Wooster 5.8 mi 3.0
West Holmes Digital Academy Millersburg 5.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44633 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,617

Median Home Value

$196,700

Median Rent

$1,074/mo

Population

2,275

College Educated

7.9%

Homeownership

73.2%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

31.9

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SPRING RUN Apple Creek, OH 4.5
MOWHAWK SCHOOL Brinkhaven, OH 4.3
LOCUST GROVE C/O NATHAN MAST Walhonding, OH 4.2
MARTINS CREEK Holmesville, OH 4.2
PLEASANT VALLEY SCHOOL Sugarcreek, OH 4.2
KIDS CAMPUS Coshocton, OH 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Peniel Christian

What grades does Peniel Christian serve?

Peniel Christian serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Peniel Christian?

Peniel Christian has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Peniel Christian?

The student-teacher ratio at Peniel Christian 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 Peniel Christian rank in OH?

Peniel Christian ranks #592 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Peniel Christian's MySchoolScout rating?

Peniel Christian has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Peniel Christian?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Peniel Christian has 50% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

Is Peniel Christian a private school?

Yes, Peniel Christian 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 Peniel Christian a religious school?

Peniel Christian has a Mennonite religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
30
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Mennonite
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
160 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Holmes County

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