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#763 of 873 private schools in PA

New Bethlehem Mennonite School

School

PACKING RD, New Bethlehem, PA 16242

Private

Enrollment

38

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

4.7

Grades

1st – 9th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#763 of 873

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New Bethlehem Mennonite School

4.7/10

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

New Bethlehem Wesleyan Methodist School

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About New Bethlehem Mennonite School

New Bethlehem Mennonite School is a private school in New Bethlehem, PA. New Bethlehem Mennonite School serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades 1st-9th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. New Bethlehem Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #763 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares1.6 pts below PA schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • PA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 38 students, New Bethlehem 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 9.5:1 students to teachers, New Bethlehem Mennonite School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

New Bethlehem 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

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How New Bethlehem Mennonite School compares to the 2 public schools in New Bethlehem, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
38
This School
vs
381
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.7
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
New Bethlehem Mennonite School New Bethlehem Public Avg

All Schools in New Bethlehem

School Rating
New Bethlehem Mennonite School (this school) 4.7
Redbank Valley Primary School 6.7
Redbank Valley HS 5.4

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+ 7.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,116
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)
C 3.4 / 10
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Enrollment 38
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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

PACKING RD, New Bethlehem, PA 16242

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Bethlehem Mennonite School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Sligo El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Sligo), which scores notably higher. Another option is Redbank Valley Intrmd Sch (rated 8.4/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Hawthorn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clarion-Limestone El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Strattanville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Bethlehem, see our New Bethlehem schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.9 mi
School Distance Rating
NEW BETHLEHEM WESLEYAN METHODIST SCHOOL New Bethlehem 2.2 mi
Redbank Valley Primary School New Bethlehem 5.0 mi 6.7
Redbank Valley HS New Bethlehem 5.5 mi 5.4
Redbank Valley Intrmd Sch Hawthorn 6.3 mi 8.4
Sligo El Sch Sligo 6.7 mi 8.9
Union HS Rimersburg 6.8 mi 6.8
Clarion Area El Sch Clarion 9.3 mi 6.7
Clarion Area JSHS Clarion 10.4 mi 6.0
Clarion-Limestone El Sch Strattanville 9.6 mi 8.0
Clarion-Limestone Area JSHS Strattanville 9.6 mi 6.0
CLARION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shippenville 10.6 mi
Clarion County Career Center Shippenville 11.6 mi
SHADY NOOK AMISH SCHOOL Sligo 9.7 mi 4.0
DEERVIEW SCHOOL Mayport 11.3 mi
DEER VIEW SCHOOL Mayport 11.3 mi
CHRIST DOMINION ACADEMY Summerville 10.5 mi
RUSTLING MAPLES Emlenton 11.0 mi 2.9
MAPLE LEAF AMISH SCHOOL Dayton 13.4 mi
WHIPPORWILL SCHOOL Dayton 13.8 mi
ROCKY RIDGE AMISH SCHOOL Ringgold 11.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 16242 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,727

Median Home Value

$119,700

Median Rent

$707/mo

Population

4,328

College Educated

18.6%

Homeownership

72.6%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

44

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CULBERTSON MENNONITE SCHOOL Chambersburg, PA 4.7
CULBERTSON CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Chambersburg, PA 4.8
LIMESTONE VALLEY SCHOOL Mifflinburg, PA 4.8
HARTLETON MENNONITE SCHOOL Millmont, PA 4.6
PORTICO RIVER BRETHREN SCHOOL Chambersburg, PA 4.6
MOUNTAIN VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Springs, PA 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Bethlehem Mennonite School

What grades does New Bethlehem Mennonite School serve?

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

How many students attend New Bethlehem Mennonite School?

New Bethlehem Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Bethlehem Mennonite School?

The student-teacher ratio at New Bethlehem Mennonite School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does New Bethlehem Mennonite School rank in PA?

New Bethlehem Mennonite School ranks #763 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is New Bethlehem Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?

New Bethlehem Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is New Bethlehem Mennonite School a private school?

Yes, New Bethlehem 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 New Bethlehem Mennonite School a religious school?

New Bethlehem Mennonite School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
1 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
3 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 9th
Enrollment
38
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Mennonite
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Clarion County

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