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#668 of 873 private schools in PA
New England Valley Mennonite
School
VALLEY RD, Tamaqua, PA 18252
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
1st – 10th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
1st – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#668 of 873
In Tamaqua
#2 of 3
public schools
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New England Valley Mennonite
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About New England Valley Mennonite
New England Valley Mennonite is a private school in Tamaqua, PA. New England Valley Mennonite serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades 1st-10th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. New England Valley Mennonite has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #668 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, New England Valley Mennonite 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 8.8:1 students to teachers, New England Valley Mennonite sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New England Valley Mennonite 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 New England Valley Mennonite compares to the 3 public schools in Tamaqua, PA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Tamaqua
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New England Valley Mennonite (this school) | 5.6 |
| Tamaqua Area MS | 3.8 |
| Tamaqua Area SHS | 7.4 |
| Tamaqua El Sch | 5.5 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
VALLEY RD, Tamaqua, PA 18252
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New England Valley Mennonite may also want to explore other schools in the area. Tamaqua Area SHS (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blue Mountain El East School (rated 6.9/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Orwigsburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Hazleton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tamaqua, see our Tamaqua schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tamaqua Area MS Tamaqua | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Tamaqua Area SHS Tamaqua | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Tamaqua El Sch Tamaqua | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ST JEROME REGIONAL SCHOOL Tamaqua | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
| MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Tamaqua | 3.8 mi | 6.3 |
| McAdoo-Kelayres El/MS Mcadoo | 8.1 mi | 2.8 |
| West Penn Twp El Sch New Ringgold | 6.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Panther Valley JSHS Lansford | 8.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Panther Valley Intermediate Sch Lansford | 8.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Blue Mountain MS Orwigsburg | 10.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Blue Mountain El East School Orwigsburg | 10.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Heights Terrace El/MS Hazleton | 11.5 mi | 2.7 |
| Mahanoy Area El Sch Mahanoy City | 8.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Mahanoy Area JSHS Mahanoy City | 8.9 mi | 3.7 |
| IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hazleton | 12.3 mi | 6.5 |
| HAZLETON TRINITY NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL Hazleton | 12.3 mi | — |
| West Hazleton El/MS West Hazleton | 12.5 mi | 2.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Hazleton | 12.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Hazleton El/MS Hazleton | 12.9 mi | 2.6 |
| Arthur Street El Sch Hazleton | 13.0 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18252 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,020
Median Home Value
$153,000
Median Rent
$922/mo
Population
11,065
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
68.6%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
43.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 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 STORY Du Bois, PA | 5.6 |
| NEW STORY SCHOOL Berwick, PA | 5.6 |
| ALLEGHENY VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Schellsburg, PA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New England Valley Mennonite
What grades does New England Valley Mennonite serve?
New England Valley Mennonite serves students in grades 1st through 10th.
How many students attend New England Valley Mennonite?
New England Valley Mennonite has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New England Valley Mennonite?
The student-teacher ratio at New England Valley Mennonite is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New England Valley Mennonite rank in PA?
New England Valley Mennonite ranks #668 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is New England Valley Mennonite's MySchoolScout rating?
New England Valley Mennonite has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New England Valley Mennonite a private school?
Yes, New England Valley Mennonite 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 England Valley Mennonite a religious school?
New England Valley Mennonite has a Mennonite religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 10th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Gender Split
- 37% M / 63% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Mennonite
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Schuylkill County
- Phone
- (570) 527-1881
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