Friends Cove Mennonite School in Bedford, PA serves 43 co–ed students in grades 1 through 10 within a rural community setting.
Founded in 1998, the school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 with 5 full–time teachers on staff.
The school has a religious affiliation classified as Other religious with a Methodist orientation and no membership associations.
The student body has a 2.22% representation of students of color, reflecting limited racial diversity.
Friends Cove Mennonite School offers a private elementary and secondary education option in rural Bedford County.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-10
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-10
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
43 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
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 Friends Cove Mennonite School?
The application deadline for Friends Cove Mennonite School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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