Very Good
#35 of 188 private schools in CO
Top 18% of private schools
Grand County Christian Academy
School
274 PONDEROSA TRL, Tabernash, CO 80478
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#35 of 188
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Grand County Christian Academy
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About Grand County Christian Academy
Grand County Christian Academy is a private school in Tabernash, CO. Grand County Christian Academy serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Grand County Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 188 private schools in CO.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- CO avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Grand County 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.
At 6.4:1 students to teachers, Grand County Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Grand County 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.
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 CO.
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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 CO
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
274 PONDEROSA TRL, Tabernash, CO 80478
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grand County Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Fraser Valley Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Fraser), which scores notably higher. Another option is Snowy Peaks Junior/Senior High School (rated 8.1/10, 30.7 miles away, in nearby Frisco), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Nederland Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 18.5 miles away, in nearby Nederland), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tabernash, see our Tabernash schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fraser Valley Elementary School Fraser | 3.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Granby Elementary School Granby | 7.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Middle Park High School Granby | 7.9 mi | 7.8 |
| East Grand Middle School Granby | 8.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Georgetown Community School Georgetown | 21.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Nederland Middle-Senior High School Nederland | 18.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Nederland Elementary School Nederland | 18.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Gilpin County Elementary School Black Hawk | 21.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Gilpin County Undivided High School Black Hawk | 21.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Dillon Valley Elementary School Dillon | 26.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Silverthorne Elementary School Silverthorne | 25.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Summit Cove Elementary School Dillon | 28.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Carlson Elementary School Idaho Springs | 25.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Gold Hill Elementary School Gold Hill | 24.4 mi | — |
| Summit Middle School Frisco | 30.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Snowy Peaks Junior/Senior High School Frisco | 30.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Summit High School Frisco | 31.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Frisco Elementary School Frisco | 31.5 mi | 7.0 |
| THE PEAK SCHOOL Frisco | 31.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Jamestown Elementary School Jamestown | 26.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80478 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,973
Median Home Value
$993,100
Population
1,604
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
95.2%
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
50
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grand County Christian Academy
What grades does Grand County Christian Academy serve?
Grand County Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.
How many students attend Grand County Christian Academy?
Grand County Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grand County Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Grand County Christian Academy is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Grand County Christian Academy rank in CO?
Grand County Christian Academy ranks #35 of 188 private schools in CO.
What is Grand County Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Grand County Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Grand County Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Grand County 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 Grand County Christian Academy a religious school?
Grand County Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 11th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Grand County
- Phone
- (970) 887-9784
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