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#565 of 873 private schools in PA

Springville Mennonite School

School

520 SPRINGVILLE RD, Ephrata, PA 17522

Private

Enrollment

117

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

1st – 9th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#565 of 873

In Ephrata

#4 of 7

public schools

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Springville Mennonite School

6.1/10

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

Ephrata MS

5.3/10

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7.3/10

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About Springville Mennonite School

Springville Mennonite School is a private school in Ephrata, PA. Springville Mennonite School serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades 1st-9th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Springville Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #565 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it comparesOn par with PA schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • PA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 117 students, Springville 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 9:1 students to teachers, Springville Mennonite School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Springville 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 Springville Mennonite School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Ephrata, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
This School
vs
11.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
117
This School
vs
527
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.1
This School
vs
7.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Springville Mennonite School Ephrata Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Springville Mennonite School (this school) 6.1
Ephrata Intermediate Sch 7.3
Ephrata MS 5.3
Highland El Sch 7.3
Ephrata SHS 8.1
Fulton El Sch 7.3
Clay El Sch 6.5
Lancaster County CTC - Brownstown Campus

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+ 7.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9:1
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 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)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 117
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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

520 SPRINGVILLE RD, Ephrata, PA 17522

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Springville Mennonite School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Denver El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Denver), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ephrata SHS (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Reamstown El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Reamstown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ephrata, see our Ephrata schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Ephrata MS Ephrata 1.4 mi 5.3
Ephrata Intermediate Sch Ephrata 1.4 mi 7.3
OLIVE BRANCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ephrata 1.5 mi
Highland El Sch Ephrata 1.5 mi 7.3
OUR MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ephrata 1.4 mi 7.2
Ephrata SHS Ephrata 1.7 mi 8.1
Fulton El Sch Ephrata 2.0 mi 7.3
GRACE POINT ACADEMY Ephrata 2.0 mi
Cocalico SHS Denver 2.2 mi 7.5
Cocalico MS Denver 2.6 mi 6.8
Denver El Sch Denver 2.6 mi 8.4
PLEASANT VALLEY MENNONITE SCHOOL Ephrata 3.3 mi 6.5
Akron El Sch Akron 3.5 mi 6.8
PLEASANT VALLEY PAROCH SCHOOL Ephrata 3.6 mi
Clay El Sch Ephrata 3.0 mi 6.5
Reamstown El Sch Reamstown 3.1 mi 7.9
WOOD CREST PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Ephrata 3.3 mi 3.4
CONESTOGA VIEW SCHOOL Ephrata 4.2 mi
FAIRVIEW PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Lititz 3.5 mi
DIAMOND ROAD PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Ephrata 4.4 mi

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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
DU BOIS CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Du Bois, PA 6.1
FREEDOM CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Gettysburg, PA 6.1
JONESTOWN MENNONITE SCHOOL Jonestown, PA 6.1
NORTH ROME CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rome, PA 6.1
NORTHERN DAUPHIN COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Millersburg, PA 6.1
OPEN DOOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Waynesburg, PA 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Springville Mennonite School

What grades does Springville Mennonite School serve?

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

How many students attend Springville Mennonite School?

Springville Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 117 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Springville Mennonite School?

The student-teacher ratio at Springville Mennonite School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Springville Mennonite School rank in PA?

Springville Mennonite School ranks #565 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Springville Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?

Springville Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Springville Mennonite School a private school?

Yes, Springville 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 Springville Mennonite School a religious school?

Springville Mennonite School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 9th
Enrollment
117
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
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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