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#688 of 873 private schools in PA
Morning Star Mennonite School
Elementary School
1835 MENSCH RD, Mifflinburg, PA 17844
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#688 of 873
In Mifflinburg
#2 of 3
public schools
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Morning Star Mennonite School
Elementary School in Mifflinburg · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Morning Star Mennonite School
Morning Star Mennonite School is a private elementary school in Mifflinburg, PA. Morning Star Mennonite School serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Morning Star Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #688 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, Morning Star 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 6.8:1 students to teachers, Morning Star Mennonite School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Morning Star 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 Morning Star Mennonite School compares to the 4 public schools in Mifflinburg, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Mifflinburg
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Morning Star Mennonite School (this school) | 5.5 |
| Mifflinburg Area SHS | 7.6 |
| Mifflinburg El Sch | 5.4 |
| Mifflinburg Area Intrmd Sch | 7.8 |
| Mifflinburg Area MS | 6.3 |
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
1835 MENSCH RD, Mifflinburg, PA 17844
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morning Star Mennonite School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Middleburg El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Middleburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mifflinburg Area Intrmd Sch (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mifflinburg El Sch (rated 5.4/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mifflinburg, see our Mifflinburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WHITE SPRINGS SCHOOL Mifflinburg | 0.8 mi | — |
| Mifflinburg Area SHS Mifflinburg | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Mifflinburg El Sch Mifflinburg | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Mifflinburg Area Intrmd Sch Mifflinburg | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| LIMESTONE VALLEY SCHOOL Mifflinburg | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| PENN VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Penns Creek | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Mifflinburg Area MS Mifflinburg | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| PENNS CREEK SCHOOL Middleburg | 3.1 mi | 3.9 |
| COUNTRY LANE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Mifflinburg | 4.2 mi | — |
| SUN Area Technical Institute New Berlin | 4.1 mi | — |
| MILLMONT MENNONITE SCHOOL Millmont | 4.6 mi | 5.5 |
| SHADY GROVE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mifflinburg | 4.7 mi | 6.2 |
| SUNNYSIDE SCHOOL Millmont | 5.2 mi | 3.0 |
| HARTLETON MENNONITE SCHOOL Millmont | 5.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Midd-West HS Middleburg | 7.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Midd-West MS Middleburg | 7.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Middleburg El Sch Middleburg | 7.8 mi | 8.0 |
| WINDY HILL SCHOOL Winfield | 7.8 mi | — |
| COUNTY LINE AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Winfield | 7.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Donald H Eichhorn MS Lewisburg | 8.7 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17844 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,165
Median Home Value
$213,700
Median Rent
$961/mo
Population
10,374
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SHEPHERD'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia, PA | 5.5 |
| BRADFORD AREA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bradford, PA | 5.7 |
| GREENWOOD FRIENDS SCHOOL Millville, PA | 5.8 |
| INDIAN VALLEY KINDERGARTEN AND FIRST GRADE Souderton, PA | 5.8 |
| RAINBOW ACADEMY FOR LITTLE SCHOLARS Ivyland, PA | 5.2 |
| WHITEHALL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Whitehall, PA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morning Star Mennonite School
What grades does Morning Star Mennonite School serve?
Morning Star Mennonite School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Morning Star Mennonite School?
Morning Star Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morning Star Mennonite School?
The student-teacher ratio at Morning Star Mennonite School is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Morning Star Mennonite School rank in PA?
Morning Star Mennonite School ranks #688 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Morning Star Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?
Morning Star 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 Morning Star Mennonite School a private school?
Yes, Morning Star 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 Morning Star Mennonite School a religious school?
Morning Star Mennonite School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Gender Split
- 35% M / 65% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Mennonite
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Union County
- Phone
- (570) 966-4002
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