Benton Mennonite School in Penn Yan, NY, offers co鈥揺ducational programs for grades 1 through 8 in a rural community setting.
The school has a total enrollment of 18 students with one teacher, resulting in a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 18:1.
Benton Mennonite maintains a Mennonite religious orientation within its regular elementary and secondary curriculum.
This rural New York private school provides an educational option for families seeking a faith鈥揵ased program in a small, close鈥搆nit environment.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Student Body
Total Students
18 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Benton Mennonite School?
The application deadline for Benton Mennonite School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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