Bethany Parochial School in Ephrata, PA, serves 19 students in grades 1 through 8 within a rural community setting.
The school has a Mennonite religious affiliation and operates as a co–educational regular elementary and secondary program.
With one teacher, the student–teacher ratio at Bethany Parochial School is 19:1.
Nearby schools within 2 miles include Pleasant Valley Mennonite School (K–8, 79 students, 9:1 ratio) and Pleasant Valley Paroch School (1–8, 24 students, 12:1 ratio).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Student Body
Total Students
19 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Bethany Parochial School?
The application deadline for Bethany Parochial School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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