Gehmans Mennonite School

Gehmans Mennonite School in Denver, PA serves 181 co–ed students in grades K through 8 within a rural community setting.
Founded in 1952, the school has a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average class size of 17 students.
The school operates under Mennonite religious affiliation and is a member of the Mid Atlantic Christian Schools Association (MACSA).
Gehmans Mennonite School maintains a casual dress code and offers regular elementary and secondary education programs.
It is situated near other private Christian schools such as Muddy Creek Christian School and Reamstown Mennonite School in the Denver area.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 181 students
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
181 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
17 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update

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The application deadline for Gehmans Mennonite School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 181 students
  • Average class size: 17 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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