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#451 of 873 private schools in PA
Pleasant Valley Mennonite School
Elementary School
144 PLEASANT VALLEY RD, Ephrata, PA 17522
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#451 of 873
In Ephrata
#3 of 7
public schools
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Pleasant Valley Mennonite School
Elementary School in Ephrata · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pleasant Valley Mennonite School
Pleasant Valley Mennonite School is a private elementary school in Ephrata, PA. Pleasant Valley Mennonite School serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pleasant Valley Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #451 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 87 students, Pleasant Valley 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, Pleasant Valley Mennonite School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Pleasant Valley 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 Pleasant Valley Mennonite School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Ephrata, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pleasant Valley Mennonite School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Fulton El Sch | 7.3 |
| Highland El Sch | 7.3 |
| Ephrata Intermediate Sch | 7.3 |
| Ephrata MS | 5.3 |
| Clay El Sch | 6.5 |
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.
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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
144 PLEASANT VALLEY RD, Ephrata, PA 17522
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pleasant Valley Mennonite School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brownstown El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Brownstown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Reamstown El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Reamstown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fulton El Sch (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ephrata, see our Ephrata schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CONESTOGA VIEW SCHOOL Ephrata | 1.1 mi | — |
| PLEASANT VALLEY PAROCH SCHOOL Ephrata | 1.0 mi | — |
| Fulton El Sch Ephrata | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| OUR MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ephrata | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Highland El Sch Ephrata | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| FARMERSVILLE MENNONITE SCHOOL Ephrata | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| WOOD CREST PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Ephrata | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| OLIVE BRANCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ephrata | 2.1 mi | — |
| Ephrata SHS Ephrata | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Akron El Sch Akron | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Ephrata MS Ephrata | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Ephrata Intermediate Sch Ephrata | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Lancaster County CTC - Brownstown Campus Ephrata | 2.7 mi | — |
| DIAMOND ROAD PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Ephrata | 2.7 mi | — |
| LINDEN GROVE SCHOOL New Holland | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
| SPRINGVILLE MENNONITE SCHOOL Ephrata | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| HINKLETOWN MENNONITE SCHOOL Ephrata | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Reamstown El Sch Reamstown | 3.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Cocalico SHS Denver | 4.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Brownstown El Sch Brownstown | 3.9 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17522 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,865
Median Home Value
$263,600
Median Rent
$1,171/mo
Population
33,601
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
38.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pleasant Valley Mennonite School
What grades does Pleasant Valley Mennonite School serve?
Pleasant Valley Mennonite School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Pleasant Valley Mennonite School?
Pleasant Valley Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley Mennonite School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pleasant Valley Mennonite School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Pleasant Valley Mennonite School rank in PA?
Pleasant Valley Mennonite School ranks #451 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Pleasant Valley Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pleasant Valley Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pleasant Valley Mennonite School a private school?
Yes, Pleasant Valley 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 Pleasant Valley Mennonite School a religious school?
Pleasant Valley Mennonite School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 87
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Mennonite
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lancaster County
- Phone
- (717) 738-1833
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