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#37 of 82 private schools in ID
Top 44% of private schools
Clear Lakes Christian Academy
School
440 CLEAR LAKES RD, Buhl, ID 83316
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Idaho private schools
#37 of 82
In Buhl
#2 of 3
public schools
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About Clear Lakes Christian Academy
Clear Lakes Christian Academy is a private school in Buhl, ID. Clear Lakes Christian Academy serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Clear Lakes Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #37 of 82 private schools in ID.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- ID avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Clear Lakes 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.
Clear Lakes 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
BetaHow Clear Lakes Christian Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Buhl, ID
Student Demographics
All Schools in Buhl
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clear Lakes Christian Academy (this school) | 6.6 |
| WAKAPA ACADEMY | — |
| BUHL MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| POPPLEWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| BUHL HIGH SCHOOL | 6.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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 ID.
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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 ID
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
440 CLEAR LAKES RD, Buhl, ID 83316
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clear Lakes Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. HAGERMAN SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Hagerman), which scores notably higher. Another option is CASTLEFORD SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Castleford), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, XAVIER CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Twin Falls), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Buhl, see our Buhl schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WAKAPA ACADEMY Buhl | 0.3 mi | — |
| POPPLEWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buhl | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| BUHL MIDDLE SCHOOL Buhl | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| BUHL HIGH SCHOOL Buhl | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| DEEP CREEK MENNONITE SCHOOL Buhl | 4.1 mi | 6.8 |
| CLOVER TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Buhl | 7.2 mi | 5.7 |
| FILER INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Filer | 7.4 mi | 5.8 |
| FILER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Filer | 7.5 mi | 3.8 |
| CASTLEFORD SCHOOL Castleford | 8.6 mi | 7.0 |
| FILER MIDDLE SCHOOL Filer | 8.0 mi | 5.4 |
| FILER HIGH SCHOOL Filer | 8.4 mi | 6.8 |
| WENDELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wendell | 12.1 mi | 3.6 |
| WENDELL HIGH SCHOOL Wendell | 12.1 mi | 6.9 |
| WENDELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Wendell | 12.2 mi | 4.2 |
| XAVIER CHARTER SCHOOL Twin Falls | 12.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ROCK CREEK ELEMENTARY Twin Falls | 12.9 mi | 8.2 |
| HILLTOP SDA SCHOOL Twin Falls | 13.3 mi | — |
| HAGERMAN SCHOOL Hagerman | 16.4 mi | 8.3 |
| JEROME MIDDLE SCHOOL Jerome | 14.4 mi | 3.8 |
| HAGERMAN VIRTUAL SCHOOL Hagerman | 16.5 mi | 1.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83316 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,378
Median Home Value
$248,100
Median Rent
$825/mo
Population
10,075
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
76.8%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
40.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NORTHWEST CHILDRENS HOME EDUC CENTER Lewiston, ID | 6.8 |
| PETRA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise, ID | 6.9 |
| NORTHWEST CHILDREN'S HOME Lewiston, ID | 7.0 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF NORTH IDAHO, INC. Spirit Lake, ID | — |
| SILVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kellogg, ID | — |
| SOUTHWEST IDAHO JUVENILE DETENTION Caldwell, ID | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clear Lakes Christian Academy
What grades does Clear Lakes Christian Academy serve?
Clear Lakes Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Clear Lakes Christian Academy?
Clear Lakes Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clear Lakes Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Clear Lakes Christian Academy is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Clear Lakes Christian Academy rank in ID?
Clear Lakes Christian Academy ranks #37 of 82 private schools in ID.
What is Clear Lakes Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Clear Lakes Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Clear Lakes Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Clear Lakes Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Clear Lakes Christian Academy a religious school?
Clear Lakes Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 32
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Twin Falls County
- Phone
- (208) 543-8033
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