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#697 of 873 private schools in PA

Oak Lane Mennonite School

School

2004 N PENRYN RD, Manheim, PA 17545

Private

Enrollment

63

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

5.4

Grades

1st – 9th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#697 of 873

In Manheim

#2 of 2

public schools

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Oak Lane Mennonite School

5.4/10

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

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8.4/10

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About Oak Lane Mennonite School

Oak Lane Mennonite School is a private school in Manheim, PA. Oak Lane Mennonite School serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades 1st-9th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Lane Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #697 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares0.9 pts below PA schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • PA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 63 students, Oak Lane 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.

Oak Lane 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.

Oak Lane 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 Oak Lane Mennonite School compares to the 4 public schools in Manheim, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
This School
vs
14.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
63
This School
vs
680
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.4
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 98.4% vs 0%
Black 1.6% vs 0%
Oak Lane Mennonite School Manheim Public Avg

All Schools in Manheim

School Rating
Oak Lane Mennonite School (this school) 5.4
Doe Run El Sch 8.4
Manheim Central MS 5.1
Manheim Central SHS 6.9
Baron EL Sch 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

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 6.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 3%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Enrollment 63
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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 98.4%
Black 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2004 N PENRYN RD, Manheim, PA 17545

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Lane Mennonite School may also want to explore other schools in the area. LITITZ CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Lititz), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LITITZ AREA MENNONITE SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Lititz), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Manheim, see our Manheim schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Doe Run El Sch Manheim 3.1 mi 8.4
NEW HAVEN MENNONITE SCHOOL Lititz 2.6 mi 6.2
Manheim Central MS Manheim 3.4 mi 5.1
Manheim Central SHS Manheim 3.8 mi 6.9
MANHEIM CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Manheim 3.7 mi 6.2
LITITZ CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lititz 4.0 mi 7.5
Baron EL Sch Manheim 4.1 mi 6.3
Warwick MS Lititz 4.6 mi 5.6
Warwick SHS Lititz 4.8 mi 8.0
John Beck El Sch Lititz 4.3 mi 6.6
Lititz El Sch Lititz 5.0 mi 6.7
Cornwall El Sch Cornwall 5.0 mi 7.0
LINDEN HALL Lititz 5.3 mi 9.2
John R Bonfield El Sch Lititz 5.4 mi 5.4
LITITZ AREA MENNONITE SCHOOL Lititz 5.6 mi 5.7
Kissel Hill El Sch Lititz 6.2 mi 5.9
CHERRY GROVE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Ephrata 5.2 mi 3.0
South Lebanon El Sch Lebanon 6.8 mi 7.4
Reidenbaugh El Sch Lititz 6.8 mi 8.4
SCHAEFFERSTOWN MENNONITE HIGH SCHOOL Schaefferstown 6.5 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,589

Median Home Value

$271,600

Median Rent

$1,325/mo

Population

23,257

College Educated

30%

Homeownership

83.2%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

44.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
FLEETWOOD CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Fleetwood, PA 5.4
MILLBACH MENNONITE SCHOOL Newmanstown, PA 5.4
MT CARMEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Pleasant, PA 5.4
BLUE RIDGE MENNONITE SCHOOL Carlisle, PA 5.5
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lyon Station, PA 5.5
PHILADELPHIA FREE SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Lane Mennonite School

What grades does Oak Lane Mennonite School serve?

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

How many students attend Oak Lane Mennonite School?

Oak Lane Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Lane Mennonite School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Lane Mennonite School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Oak Lane Mennonite School rank in PA?

Oak Lane Mennonite School ranks #697 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Oak Lane Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Lane Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Oak Lane Mennonite School a private school?

Yes, Oak Lane 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 Oak Lane Mennonite School a religious school?

Oak Lane Mennonite School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 9th
Enrollment
63
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Mennonite
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Lancaster County

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