Below Average
#1610 of 1,787 private schools in CA
River Valley Christian School
School
8187 COUNTY ROAD 48, Glenn, CA 95943
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
1st – 10th
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
1st – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,610 of 1,787
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About River Valley Christian School
River Valley Christian School is a private school in Glenn, CA. River Valley Christian School serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades 1st-10th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. River Valley Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,610 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 61 students, River Valley Christian School 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.
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, River Valley Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
River Valley Christian School 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.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
8187 COUNTY ROAD 48, Glenn, CA 95943
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Valley Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Nord Country (rated 8.7/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Chico), which scores notably higher. Another option is Durham High (rated 8.4/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Durham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Plaza Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Orland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glenn, see our Glenn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Princeton Elementary Princeton | 8.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Princeton High Princeton | 9.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Murdock Elementary Willows | 10.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Willows High Willows | 10.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Willows Community High Willows | 10.6 mi | — |
| Willows Intermediate Willows | 10.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Plaza Elementary Orland | 13.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Walden Academy Willows | 10.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Glenn County Special Education Willows | 10.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Hamilton Elementary Hamilton City | 14.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Hamilton High Hamilton City | 14.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Ella Barkley High Hamilton City | 14.7 mi | — |
| Durham Elementary Durham | 13.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Durham High Durham | 13.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Durham Intermediate Durham | 13.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Emma Wilson Elementary Chico | 15.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Rosedale Elementary Chico | 15.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Notre Dame School Chico | 15.9 mi | — |
| Nord Country Chico | 17.3 mi | 8.7 |
| NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Chico | 15.9 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95943 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,167
Median Home Value
$945,700
Median Rent
$883/mo
Population
536
College Educated
11.4%
Homeownership
56.7%
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
44
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| BIBLE BAPTIST SCHOOLS Marysville, CA | 4.8 |
| LONGVIEW MENNONITE SCHOOL Livingston, CA | 4.8 |
| La Vida Charter Ukiah, CA | 4.8 |
| Loma Vista Charter Lindsay, CA | 4.8 |
| MONTECITO BAPTIST SCHOOL Ontario, CA | 4.7 |
| Madera County Independent Academy Madera, CA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Valley Christian School
What grades does River Valley Christian School serve?
River Valley Christian School serves students in grades 1st through 10th.
How many students attend River Valley Christian School?
River Valley Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Valley Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at River Valley Christian School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does River Valley Christian School rank in CA?
River Valley Christian School ranks #1,610 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is River Valley Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
River Valley Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is River Valley Christian School a private school?
Yes, River Valley Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Mennonite affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is River Valley Christian School a religious school?
River Valley Christian School has a Mennonite religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 10th
- Enrollment
- 61
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Mennonite
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Glenn County
- Phone
- (530) 934-4167
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