Below Average

#149 of 157 private schools in IA

Grand View Christian School

School

2905 NE 46TH AVE, Des Moines, IA 50317

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

643

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

643

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#149 of 157

In Des Moines

#13 of 13

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About Grand View Christian School

Grand View Christian School is a private school in Des Moines, IA. Grand View Christian School serves approximately 643 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Grand View Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #149 of 157 private schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Grand View Christian School show 82% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

How it compares1.6 pts below IA schools

4.7

This school 4.7 · Below Average
IA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Grand View 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.

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How Grand View Christian School compares to 64 public schools serving similar grades in Des Moines, IA

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.2:1

This School

15:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

643

This School

503

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.7

This School

4.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 69.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 10.7% vs 0%

Asian 5.3% vs 0%

Black 2.6% vs 0%

Grand View Christian School Des Moines Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Grand View Christian School (this school)	—	643	16.2:1	4.7
Goodrell Middle School	1.3 mi	493	14.5:1	2.4
Garton Elementary	1.7 mi	429	11.9:1	6.0
Delaware Elementary	2.0 mi	423	12.1:1	8.9
Brubaker Elementary School	2.1 mi	618	12.1:1	4.6
Hoyt Middle School	2.2 mi	486	15.7:1	3.6
McKee Elementary School	2.3 mi	263	20.2:1	2.6
Phillips Elementary	2.5 mi	254	11:1	3.6
Madison Elementary School	2.6 mi	247	11.8:1	2.8
Woodside Middle School	2.7 mi	376	13.9:1	6.8
Cattell Elementary School	2.7 mi	308	10.6:1	5.3
Stowe Elementary School	2.7 mi	311	13:1	3.4
Saydel High School	2.7 mi	440	15.2:1	4.2
Harding Middle School	3.1 mi	634	16.7:1	2.9
Cornell Elementary School	3.2 mi	560	15.1:1	8.0
Findley Elementary School	3.3 mi	284	11.8:1	4.0
Oak Park	3.5 mi	309	11.9:1	3.0
Hiatt Middle School	3.5 mi	466	12.9:1	3.1
Willard Elementary School	3.6 mi	282	11.8:1	7.4
North High School	3.7 mi	1,514	22.3:1	3.8
East High School	3.9 mi	2,014	23.7:1	2.4

Showing 20 of 64 schools. View all schools in Des Moines

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 IA.

Classroom Attention

C- 2.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.2:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,162

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 47%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 5.5 / 10

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Enrollment 643

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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 IA

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 81.9% (2025 ISASP)

School

State

71.8% (2025 ISASP)

ELA Proficiency 84.0% (2025 ISASP)

School

State

74.4% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 21 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 69.4%

Hispanic 10.7%

Two or More 9.0%

Asian 5.3%

Black 2.6%

Native American 2.5%

Pacific Islander 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2905 NE 46TH AVE, Des Moines, IA 50317

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grand View Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. JOSHUA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL DES MOINES CAMPUS (rated 5.0/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Des Moines, see our Des Moines schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL DES MOINES CAMPUS Des Moines	1.0 mi	36	5.0
Goodrell Middle School Des Moines	1.3 mi	493	2.4
Garton Elementary Des Moines	1.7 mi	429	6.0
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Des Moines	2.1 mi	173	5.0
Brubaker Elementary School Des Moines	2.1 mi	618	4.6
Hoyt Middle School Des Moines	2.2 mi	486	3.6
McKee Elementary School Des Moines	2.3 mi	263	2.6
Phillips Elementary Des Moines	2.5 mi	254	3.6
Delaware Elementary Des Moines	2.0 mi	423	8.9
Stowe Elementary School Des Moines	2.7 mi	311	3.4
Woodside Middle School Des Moines	2.7 mi	376	6.8
Cattell Elementary School Des Moines	2.7 mi	308	5.3
Madison Elementary School Des Moines	2.6 mi	247	2.8
JOSHUA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Des Moines	3.2 mi	175	8.2
Saydel High School Des Moines	2.7 mi	440	4.2
Willard Elementary School Des Moines	3.6 mi	282	7.4
Hiatt Middle School Des Moines	3.5 mi	466	3.1
Harding Middle School Des Moines	3.1 mi	634	2.9
Cornell Elementary School Des Moines	3.2 mi	560	8.0
Capitol View Elementary School Des Moines	3.9 mi	545	5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 50317 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,569

Median Home Value

$165,200

Median Rent

$1,079/mo

Population

36,721

College Educated

15.2%

Homeownership

70.9%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Median Age

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School	Enrollment	Rating
NETHERLANDS REFORMED CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rock Valley, IA	406	4.4
ST EDMOND CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Dodge, IA	548	5.0
ST EDMOND CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Dodge, IA	548	5.3
NEWMAN CATHOLIC Mason City, IA	554	5.4
BURLINGTON NOTRE DAME Burlington, IA	400	5.7
ST ALBERT CATHOLIC Council Bluffs, IA	556	5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grand View Christian School

What grades does Grand View Christian School serve?

Grand View Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Grand View Christian School?

Grand View Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 643 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grand View Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Grand View Christian School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Grand View Christian School rank in IA?

Grand View Christian School ranks #149 of 157 private schools in IA.

What is Grand View Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grand View Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Grand View Christian School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grand View Christian School has 82% math proficiency (2025 ISASP) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ISASP).

Is Grand View Christian School a private school?

Yes, Grand View Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious 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 View Christian School a religious school?

Grand View Christian School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 31 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 643
Gender Split: 54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 40
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Other Religious
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 166 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Polk County
Phone: (515) 630-1250

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