Very Good
#134 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 15% of private schools
Shalom Mennonite School
Elementary School
1410 UNION GROVE RD, Terre Hill, PA 17581
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#134 of 873
In Terre Hill
#1 of 2
public schools
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Shalom Mennonite School
Elementary School in Terre Hill · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Shalom Mennonite School
Shalom Mennonite School is a private elementary school in Terre Hill, PA. Shalom Mennonite School serves approximately 182 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Shalom Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #134 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 182 students, Shalom 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 8.7:1 students to teachers, Shalom Mennonite School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Shalom 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.
Schools in Terre Hill
No public schools found in Terre Hill for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.
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
1410 UNION GROVE RD, Terre Hill, PA 17581
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shalom Mennonite School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Adamstown El Sch (rated 6.6/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Adamstown), a more accessible option. Another option is New Holland Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby New Holland), a more accessible option. Additionally, Brecknock El Sch (rated 6.2/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Denver), a more accessible option. For more schools in Terre Hill, see our Terre Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TERRE HILL MENNONITE HIGH SCHOOL Terre Hill | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| UNION GROVE MENNONITE SCHOOL East Earl | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| WEAVERLAND SCHOOL East Earl | 1.0 mi | — |
| Blue Ball El Sch East Earl | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| EAST EARL AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL East Earl | 3.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Brecknock El Sch Denver | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| BRIDGEVILLE SCHOOL East Earl | 2.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Garden Spot SHS New Holland | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Garden Spot MS New Holland | 3.5 mi | 4.8 |
| HINKLETOWN MENNONITE SCHOOL Ephrata | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| GEHMANS MENNONITE SCHOOL Denver | 5.2 mi | 5.7 |
| New Holland Elementary New Holland | 5.2 mi | 6.4 |
| LINDEN GROVE SCHOOL New Holland | 4.7 mi | 4.3 |
| TWIN VALLEY BIBLE ACADEMY Narvon | 5.0 mi | 5.9 |
| SUNNY VIEW SCHOOL Narvon | 5.5 mi | 3.3 |
| MEADOW CREEK PAROCHIAL SCHOOL New Holland | 5.9 mi | — |
| Adamstown El Sch Adamstown | 6.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Brecknock El Sch Shillington | 6.6 mi | 5.2 |
| WOOD CREST PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Ephrata | 5.7 mi | 3.4 |
| ZELTENRIECH SCHOOL Gordonville | 6.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17581 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Rent
$860/mo
Population
203
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
50%
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
58.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shalom Mennonite School
What grades does Shalom Mennonite School serve?
Shalom Mennonite School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Shalom Mennonite School?
Shalom Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 182 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shalom Mennonite School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shalom Mennonite School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Shalom Mennonite School rank in PA?
Shalom Mennonite School ranks #134 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Shalom Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shalom Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shalom Mennonite School a private school?
Yes, Shalom 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 Shalom Mennonite School a religious school?
Shalom Mennonite School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 182
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Mennonite
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Lancaster County
- Phone
- (717) 445-7020
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