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#680 of 873 private schools in PA
Blue Ridge Mennonite School
School
2514 WALNUT BOTTOM RD, Carlisle, PA 17015
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
1st – 10th
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
1st – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#680 of 873
In Carlisle
#4 of 5
public schools
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Blue Ridge Mennonite School
School in Carlisle · grades 1st – 10th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Blue Ridge Mennonite School
Blue Ridge Mennonite School is a private school in Carlisle, PA. Blue Ridge Mennonite School serves approximately 46 students, and covers grades 1st-10th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Blue Ridge Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #680 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 46 students, Blue Ridge 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 7.7:1 students to teachers, Blue Ridge Mennonite School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge Mennonite School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Carlisle, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blue Ridge Mennonite School (this school) | 5.5 |
| North Dickinson El Sch | 4.8 |
| Mt Holly Springs El Sch | 3.5 |
| Mooreland El Sch | 5.2 |
| Lamberton MS | 4.9 |
| Carlisle Area HS | 6.5 |
| Letort El Sch | 6.0 |
| Wilson MS | 4.1 |
| Bellaire El Sch | 6.0 |
| Hamilton El Sch | 5.3 |
| Crestview El Sch | 4.6 |
| Middlesex El Sch | 5.1 |
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 PA.
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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 PA
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
2514 WALNUT BOTTOM RD, Carlisle, PA 17015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blue Ridge Mennonite School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Oak Flat El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Newville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mount Rock Elem Sch (rated 8.3/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Newville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YELLOW BREECHES EDUCATIONAL CENTER (rated 7.9/10, 5.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carlisle, see our Carlisle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Dickinson El Sch Carlisle | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| YELLOW BREECHES EDUCATIONAL CENTER Carlisle | 5.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Oak Flat El Sch Newville | 5.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Big Spring HS Newville | 5.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Mount Rock Elem Sch Newville | 5.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Big Spring MS Newville | 5.7 mi | 6.4 |
| W.G. Rice El Sch Mount Holly Springs | 5.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Mt Holly Springs El Sch Carlisle | 5.6 mi | 3.5 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Carlisle | 6.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Newville El Sch Newville | 6.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Mooreland El Sch Carlisle | 7.2 mi | 5.2 |
| THE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH Carlisle | 7.5 mi | 6.2 |
| DICKINSON COLLEGE CHILDREN'S CENTER Carlisle | 7.5 mi | — |
| Carlisle Area HS Carlisle | 7.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Wilson MS Carlisle | 7.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Lamberton MS Carlisle | 7.5 mi | 4.9 |
| MERAKEY AUTISM CENTER CARLISLE Carlisle | 7.9 mi | — |
| Bellaire El Sch Carlisle | 8.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Letort El Sch Carlisle | 7.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Hamilton El Sch Carlisle | 8.7 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,634
Median Home Value
$281,100
Median Rent
$1,168/mo
Population
24,240
College Educated
35.3%
Homeownership
82.2%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
47.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLEGHENY VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Schellsburg, PA | 5.5 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lyon Station, PA | 5.5 |
| CAPSTONE ACADEMY East Norriton, PA | 5.6 |
| CHESTNUT STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bradford, PA | 5.6 |
| FLEETWOOD CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Fleetwood, PA | 5.4 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION AND AUTISM CENTER Scranton, PA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blue Ridge Mennonite School
What grades does Blue Ridge Mennonite School serve?
Blue Ridge Mennonite School serves students in grades 1st through 10th.
How many students attend Blue Ridge Mennonite School?
Blue Ridge Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blue Ridge Mennonite School?
The student-teacher ratio at Blue Ridge Mennonite School is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Blue Ridge Mennonite School rank in PA?
Blue Ridge Mennonite School ranks #680 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Blue Ridge Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?
Blue Ridge Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Blue Ridge Mennonite School a private school?
Yes, Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge Mennonite School a religious school?
Blue Ridge Mennonite School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 10th
- Enrollment
- 46
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Mennonite
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Cumberland County
- Phone
- (717) 249-0325
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