Southern Star Mennonite School in Emelle, AL, is a rural K–9 co–ed private school with an enrollment of 33 students.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 supported by 3 full–time teachers.
Founded with a Mennonite orientation, the school operates under a religious affiliation categorized as Other Religious.
Southern Star Mennonite School serves families seeking a small rural private school option for early elementary through ninth grade in Emelle, AL.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Student Body
Total Students
33 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Southern Star Mennonite School?
The application deadline for Southern Star Mennonite School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Southern Star Mennonite School is Kemper Academy (22.2 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
Kemper Academy
(Christian)
Walnut Ave
De Kalb, MS 39328
(601) 743-2232
De Kalb, MS 39328
(601) 743-2232
22.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 201 students Tuition listed
South Haven Mennonite School
(Church of God in Christ)
5494 Prairie Point Road
Macon, MS 39341
(662) 726-4506
Macon, MS 39341
(662) 726-4506
22.3 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 44 students
806 Tarlton Rd
Crawford, MS 39743
(662) 272-9000
Crawford, MS 39743
(662) 272-9000
35.1 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 18 students
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Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
525 Abundant Life Way
Sawyerville, AL 36776
(334) 624-7722
Sawyerville, AL 36776
(334) 624-7722
36.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 15 students Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition listed
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