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#649 of 873 private schools in PA
Friends Cove Mennonite School
School
4791 MAIN RD, Bedford, PA 15522
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
1st – 10th
Enrollment
45
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
1st – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#649 of 873
In Bedford
#2 of 2
public schools
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About Friends Cove Mennonite School
Friends Cove Mennonite School is a private school in Bedford, PA. Friends Cove Mennonite School serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades 1st-10th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Friends Cove Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #649 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 45 students, Friends Cove 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 8.3:1 students to teachers, Friends Cove Mennonite School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Friends Cove 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 Friends Cove Mennonite School compares to the 3 public schools in Bedford, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Bedford
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Friends Cove Mennonite School (this school) | 5.7 |
| Bedford MS | 5.7 |
| Bedford SHS | 7.9 |
| Bedford El Sch | 5.6 |
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
4791 MAIN RD, Bedford, PA 15522
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Friends Cove Mennonite School may also want to explore other schools in the area. FOUNDATIONS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Everett), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HOPE for Hyndman Charter School (rated 6.0/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Hyndman), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHRISTIAN LIGHT SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 11.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bedford, see our Bedford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bedford MS Bedford | 5.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Bedford SHS Bedford | 5.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Bedford El Sch Bedford | 6.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Bedford County Technical Center Everett | 6.9 mi | — |
| FOUNDATIONS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Everett | 7.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Everett Area MS Everett | 9.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Everett Area HS Everett | 9.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Everett Area El Sch Everett | 9.1 mi | 5.5 |
| CHRISTIAN LIGHT SCHOOL Bedford | 11.4 mi | 5.7 |
| NOAHS ARK KINDERGARTEN New Paris | 11.5 mi | 4.4 |
| ALLEGHENY VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Schellsburg | 10.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Chestnut Ridge MS Fishertown | 14.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Chestnut Ridge Central El Sch New Paris | 14.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Chestnut Ridge SHS New Paris | 14.5 mi | 7.5 |
| GOLDEN RULE New Enterprise | 15.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Flintstone Elementary Flintstone | 16.8 mi | 6.6 |
| FLINTSTONE MENNONITE SCHOOL Flintstone | 16.6 mi | — |
| HOPE for Hyndman Charter School Hyndman | 14.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Northern Bedford County MS Loysburg | 17.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Northern Bedford County HS Loysburg | 17.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15522 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,679
Median Home Value
$197,900
Median Rent
$805/mo
Population
10,865
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
52.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRISTIAN LIGHT SCHOOL Bedford, PA | 5.7 |
| STONEBORO WESLEYAN METHODIST SCHOOL Stoneboro, PA | 5.7 |
| CAPSTONE ACADEMY East Norriton, PA | 5.6 |
| CHESTNUT STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bradford, PA | 5.6 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION AND AUTISM CENTER Scranton, PA | 5.6 |
| NEW ENGLAND VALLEY MENNONITE Tamaqua, PA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Friends Cove Mennonite School
What grades does Friends Cove Mennonite School serve?
Friends Cove Mennonite School serves students in grades 1st through 10th.
How many students attend Friends Cove Mennonite School?
Friends Cove Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Friends Cove Mennonite School?
The student-teacher ratio at Friends Cove Mennonite School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Friends Cove Mennonite School rank in PA?
Friends Cove Mennonite School ranks #649 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Friends Cove Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?
Friends Cove Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Friends Cove Mennonite School a private school?
Yes, Friends Cove Mennonite School is a private coeducational school with a Methodist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Friends Cove Mennonite School a religious school?
Friends Cove Mennonite School has a Methodist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 10th
- Enrollment
- 45
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Methodist
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Bedford County
- Phone
- (814) 847-9332
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