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Apple Valley Christian Academy

School

15757 ST TIMOTHY RD, Apple Valley, CA 92307

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

124

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

124

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,296 of 1,787

In Apple Valley

#2 of 2

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About Apple Valley Christian Academy

Apple Valley Christian Academy is a private school in Apple Valley, CA. Apple Valley Christian Academy serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Apple Valley Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,296 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.7 pts below CA schools

5.6

This school 5.6 · Average
CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 124 students, Apple Valley Christian Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Apple Valley Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Apple Valley Christian Academy compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Apple Valley, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

This School

24:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

124

This School

1,015

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.6

This School

3.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 21% vs 0%

Asian 1.6% vs 0%

Black 0.8% vs 0%

Apple Valley Christian Academy Apple Valley Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Apple Valley Christian Academy (this school)	—	124	11:1	5.6
Desert Knolls Elementary	1.6 mi	584	22.5:1	2.3
Phoenix Academy	1.7 mi	1,171	20.9:1	2.8
Academy for Academic Excellence	2.1 mi	1,496	22:1	6.6
Rio Vista School of Applied Learning	2.7 mi	915	26.1:1	2.8
Yucca Loma Elementary	3.6 mi	667	23:1	2.6
Sitting Bull Academy	3.6 mi	1,708	25.1:1	3.9
Rancho Verde Elementary	3.9 mi	760	24.5:1	2.3
High Desert Premier Academy	4.7 mi	284	23.7:1	4.5
Granite Hills High	4.8 mi	1,734	22.8:1	4.6
Apple Valley Virtual Academy	5.0 mi	226	25.1:1	3.5
Sycamore Rocks Elementary	5.2 mi	704	24.3:1	2.6
Vanguard Preparatory	5.6 mi	1,174	25:1	3.5
Sandia Elementary	5.7 mi	884	24.6:1	2.1
Apple Valley High	5.7 mi	2,163	24.9:1	4.3
Mariana Academy	7.1 mi	761	25.4:1	3.1

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention

B+ 6.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,085.5

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 37%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 124

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 76.6%

Hispanic 21.0%

Asian 1.6%

Black 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

15757 ST TIMOTHY RD, Apple Valley, CA 92307

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Apple Valley Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Academy for Academic Excellence (rated 6.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, APPLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Apple Valley, see our Apple Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
APPLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Apple Valley	0.0 mi	129	6.2
Desert Knolls Elementary Apple Valley	1.6 mi	584	2.3
Phoenix Academy Apple Valley	1.7 mi	1,171	2.8
Academy for Academic Excellence Apple Valley	2.1 mi	1,496	6.6
Rio Vista School of Applied Learning Apple Valley	2.7 mi	915	2.8
Sitting Bull Academy Apple Valley	3.6 mi	1,708	3.9
VICTOR VALLEY SDA SCHOOL Victorville	3.2 mi	27	—
Victor Valley SDA School Victorville	3.2 mi	21	—
Green Tree East Elementary Victorville	3.4 mi	514	3.3
Sixth Street Prep Victorville	3.2 mi	228	8.6
Yucca Loma Elementary Apple Valley	3.6 mi	667	2.6
Irwin Academy of Performing Arts Victorville	3.4 mi	582	3.4
Victor Valley High Victorville	3.6 mi	2,169	4.7
Rancho Verde Elementary Apple Valley	3.9 mi	760	2.3
Victor Valley Virtual Academy Victorville	3.8 mi	106	6.1
Goodwill High Victorville	3.8 mi	108	5.4
Goodwill Independent Study Victorville	3.8 mi	180	4.6
Lakeview Leadership Academy Victorville	4.5 mi	1,042	6.0
Del Rey Elementary Victorville	3.9 mi	655	2.4
Excelsior Charter Victorville	4.6 mi	2,120	7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,715

Median Home Value

$396,900

Median Rent

$1,379/mo

Population

40,666

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

70.2%

Avg Commute

41.1 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Apple Valley Christian Academy

What grades does Apple Valley Christian Academy serve?

Apple Valley Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Apple Valley Christian Academy?

Apple Valley Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Apple Valley Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Apple Valley Christian Academy is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Apple Valley Christian Academy rank in CA?

Apple Valley Christian Academy ranks #1,296 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Apple Valley Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Apple Valley Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Apple Valley Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Apple Valley Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Apple Valley Christian Academy a religious school?

Apple Valley Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 35 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 25 Some Transit
Bike Score: 34 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 124
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Teachers (FTE): 11
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 167 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: San Bernardino County
Phone: (760) 813-3232

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