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#422 of 457 private schools in VA

Oak Grove Mennonite School

School

563 TOM JOHNSTON RD, Aroda, VA 22709

Private

Enrollment

54

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#422 of 457

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Oak Grove Mennonite School

4.6/10

School in Aroda · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Madison Primary

5.4/10

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4.5/10

2.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Oak Grove Mennonite School

Oak Grove Mennonite School is a private school in Aroda, VA. Oak Grove Mennonite School serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Grove Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #422 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares1.6 pts below VA schools
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 54 students, Oak Grove 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 Grove 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 Grove 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.

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 VA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,116
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 34%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Enrollment 54
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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 VA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 79.6%
Black 14.8%
Hispanic 5.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

563 TOM JOHNSTON RD, Aroda, VA 22709

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Grove Mennonite School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Madison County High (rated 7.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Another option is WOODBERRY FOREST SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Woodberry Forest), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ruckersville Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Ruckersville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Aroda, see our Aroda schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Madison Primary Madison 2.4 mi 5.4
William H. Wetsel Middle Madison 2.8 mi 4.5
Madison County High Madison 2.9 mi 7.6
Waverly Yowell Elementary Madison 3.3 mi 5.0
WOODBERRY FOREST SCHOOL Woodberry Forest 6.6 mi 7.4
HARTLAND DAY ACADEMY Rapidan 7.1 mi
Orange Elementary Orange 8.7 mi 4.8
Prospect Heights Middle Orange 9.1 mi 6.3
Orange County High Orange 9.6 mi 6.1
Ruckersville Elementary Ruckersville 11.2 mi 6.6
Gordon-Barbour Elementary Gordonsville 14.1 mi 6.4
William Monroe Middle Stanardsville 12.2 mi 3.7
BELLE MEADE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sperryville 15.4 mi 5.2
William Monroe High Stanardsville 12.3 mi 6.3
Nathanael Greene Primary Stanardsville 12.3 mi 4.5
Nathanael Greene Elementary Stanardsville 12.4 mi 5.7
A.G. Richardson Elementary Culpeper 13.6 mi 6.6
Pearl Sample Elementary Culpeper 13.5 mi 5.3
Farmington Elementary Culpeper 14.0 mi 3.9
Yowell Elementary Culpeper 15.1 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 22709 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,708

Median Home Value

$360,200

Population

1,119

College Educated

27.4%

Homeownership

93.6%

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

57.5

Similar Schools

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School Rating
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Stuart, VA 4.7
VALLEY CLASSICAL SCHOOL Blacksburg, VA 4.7
VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL AT BLUEMONT Bluemont, VA 4.4
KEEN MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakwood, VA 4.8
MOUNTAINSIDE MONTESSORI Marshall, VA 4.8
ACCOTINK ACADEMY Springfield, VA 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Grove Mennonite School

What grades does Oak Grove Mennonite School serve?

Oak Grove Mennonite School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Oak Grove Mennonite School?

Oak Grove Mennonite School has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Grove Mennonite School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Oak Grove Mennonite School rank in VA?

Oak Grove Mennonite School ranks #422 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Oak Grove Mennonite School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Grove Mennonite School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Oak Grove Mennonite School a private school?

Yes, Oak Grove 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 Grove Mennonite School a religious school?

Oak Grove Mennonite School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
12 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
54
Gender Split
35% M / 65% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Mennonite
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Madison County

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