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Fairview Mennonite School

School

140 JACKSON RD, Lebanon, PA 17042

Private

Enrollment

105

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

6.0

Grades

1st – 9th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#578 of 873

In Lebanon

#3 of 3

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Fairview Mennonite School

6.0/10

School in Lebanon · grades 1st – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Fairview Mennonite School

Fairview Mennonite School is a private school in Lebanon, PA. Fairview Mennonite School serves approximately 105 students, and covers grades 1st-9th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairview Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #578 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it comparesOn par with PA schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • PA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 105 students, Fairview 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.

Fairview 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.

Fairview 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 Fairview Mennonite School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Lebanon, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
This School
vs
14.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
105
This School
vs
714
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
5.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Fairview Mennonite School Lebanon Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Fairview Mennonite School (this school) 6.0
Union Canal El Sch 5.1
South Lebanon El Sch 7.4
Lebanon County Career and Technology Center
Southeast El Sch 5.0
Houck El Sch 4.7
Cedar Crest HS 7.0
Cedar Crest MS 4.5
Harding El Sch 4.6
Lebanon SHS 3.9
Lebanon MS 3.6
Southwest El Sch 4.9
Northwest El Sch 3.9
Ebenezer El Sch 4.9

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 PA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,350
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 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)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 105
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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)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

140 JACKSON RD, Lebanon, PA 17042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fairview Mennonite School may also want to explore other schools in the area. LEBANON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Myerstown), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lebanon, see our Lebanon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MEADOW RIDGE SCHOOL Lebanon 1.3 mi
Jackson El Sch Myerstown 1.8 mi 8.8
South Lebanon El Sch Lebanon 2.2 mi 7.4
Union Canal El Sch Lebanon 2.0 mi 5.1
Lebanon County Career and Technology Center Lebanon 2.4 mi
REACH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Myerstown 2.6 mi 6.4
CHERRY LANE SCHOOL Myerstown 3.0 mi
IGNITE LEARNING CENTER Myerstown 3.0 mi
Eastern Lebanon Co MS Myerstown 3.0 mi 4.9
Eastern Lebanon Co SHS Myerstown 3.0 mi 7.3
Southeast El Sch Lebanon 3.1 mi 5.0
ELCO Intermd Sch Myerstown 3.1 mi 5.7
Houck El Sch Lebanon 3.2 mi 4.7
LEBANON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lebanon 3.3 mi 7.2
Cedar Crest HS Lebanon 3.6 mi 7.0
Cedar Crest MS Lebanon 3.7 mi 4.5
SCHAEFFERSTOWN MENNONITE HIGH SCHOOL Schaefferstown 4.0 mi 6.9
HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Myerstown 3.9 mi 6.3
JACKSONVILLE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Myerstown 4.8 mi
COUNTY LINE SCHOOL Myerstown 4.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,399

Median Home Value

$222,200

Median Rent

$1,096/mo

Population

39,626

College Educated

28.4%

Homeownership

71.4%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

42.9

Similar Schools

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CHAMPION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL -DONEGAL Donegal, PA 6.0
FAITH TABERNACLE SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA 6.0
FARMERSVILLE MENNONITE SCHOOL Ephrata, PA 6.0
HOPE for Hyndman Charter School Hyndman, PA 6.0
NORTHERN DAUPHIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Millersburg, PA 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fairview Mennonite School

What grades does Fairview Mennonite School serve?

Fairview Mennonite School serves students in grades 1st through 9th.

How many students attend Fairview Mennonite School?

Fairview Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 105 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Fairview Mennonite School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Fairview Mennonite School rank in PA?

Fairview Mennonite School ranks #578 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Fairview Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fairview Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Fairview Mennonite School a private school?

Yes, Fairview 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 Fairview Mennonite School a religious school?

Fairview 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 – 9th
Enrollment
105
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Mennonite
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Lebanon County

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