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Northern Colorado Christian Academy

School

1561 BENJAMIN DR, Eaton, CO 80615

Private

Enrollment

96

Student-Teacher

9.3:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 11th

Data vintage2021-22

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Northern Colorado Christian Academy

6.5/10

School in Eaton · grades Kindergarten – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Benjamin Eaton Elementary School

7.6/10

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7.9/10

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About Northern Colorado Christian Academy

Northern Colorado Christian Academy is a private school in Eaton, CO. Northern Colorado Christian Academy serves approximately 96 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Northern Colorado Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #95 of 188 private schools in CO.

How it comparesOn par with CO schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • CO avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 96 students, Northern Colorado 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 9.3:1 students to teachers, Northern Colorado Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Northern Colorado 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 Northern Colorado Christian Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Eaton, CO

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.3:1
This School
vs
16:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
96
This School
vs
472
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
7.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.3% vs 0%
Black 2.1% vs 0%
Northern Colorado Christian Academy Eaton Public Avg

All Schools in Eaton

School Rating
Northern Colorado Christian Academy (this school) 6.5
Benjamin Eaton Elementary School 7.6
Eaton High School 7.9
Eaton Elementary School 8.1
Eaton Middle School 5.9

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 CO.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 30%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
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Enrollment 96
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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)

White 83.3%
Hispanic 8.3%
Pacific Islander 3.1%
Two or More 3.1%
Black 2.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1561 BENJAMIN DR, Eaton, CO 80615

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northern Colorado Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Eaton Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Early College Academy (rated 8.1/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Greeley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Eaton High School (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Eaton, see our Eaton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Benjamin Eaton Elementary School Eaton 0.4 mi 7.6
Eaton High School Eaton 0.6 mi 7.9
Eaton Elementary School Eaton 0.9 mi 8.1
Eaton Middle School Eaton 1.0 mi 5.9
Highland High School Ault 4.4 mi 6.4
Highland Middle School Ault 4.4 mi 3.9
Platte Valley Youth Services Center Greeley 4.7 mi
James Madison STEAM Academy Greeley 6.2 mi 4.4
Shawsheen Elementary School Greeley 6.3 mi 3.0
Franklin Middle School Greeley 6.4 mi 6.4
Martinez Elementary School Greeley 6.2 mi 5.1
S. Christa McAuliffe STEM Academy Greeley 6.4 mi 6.1
Scott Elementary School Greeley 6.9 mi 3.3
Maplewood Elementary School Greeley 6.8 mi 5.3
Winograd K-8 Elementary School Greeley 6.4 mi 4.5
Northridge High School Greeley 6.5 mi 6.3
District 6 Online Academy Greeley 6.9 mi 3.6
Heath Middle School Greeley 7.1 mi 4.2
Early College Academy Greeley 7.1 mi 8.1
Fred Tjardes School of Innovation Greeley 7.2 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80615 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,948

Median Home Value

$489,400

Median Rent

$1,661/mo

Population

9,242

College Educated

37.4%

Homeownership

93.6%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

10.9%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northern Colorado Christian Academy

What grades does Northern Colorado Christian Academy serve?

Northern Colorado Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.

How many students attend Northern Colorado Christian Academy?

Northern Colorado Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northern Colorado Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Northern Colorado Christian Academy is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Northern Colorado Christian Academy rank in CO?

Northern Colorado Christian Academy ranks #95 of 188 private schools in CO.

What is Northern Colorado Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Northern Colorado Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Northern Colorado Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Northern Colorado 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 Northern Colorado Christian Academy a religious school?

Northern Colorado Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
96
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Weld County

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