Excellent
#3 of 82 private schools in ID
Top 2% of private schools
River of Life Christian School
School
800 17TH AVE N, Payette, ID 83661
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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About River of Life Christian School
River of Life Christian School is a private school in Payette, ID. River of Life Christian School serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. River of Life Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #3 of 82 private schools in ID.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- ID avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 54 students, River of Life 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 7.4:1 students to teachers, River of Life Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
River of Life 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow River of Life Christian School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Payette, ID
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| River of Life Christian School (this school) | 8.2 |
| WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.9 |
| PAYETTE PRIMARY SCHOOL | 4.0 |
| PAYETTE ACADEMY | 4.2 |
| MCCAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.6 |
| PAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL | 5.3 |
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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
800 17TH AVE N, Payette, ID 83661
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River of Life Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Four Rivers Community School (rated 8.5/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TREASURE VALLEY CLASSICAL ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Fruitland), a more accessible option. For more schools in Payette, see our Payette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WESTSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Payette | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| PAYETTE PRIMARY SCHOOL Payette | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| PAYETTE ACADEMY Payette | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| TREASURE VALLEY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Payette | 1.5 mi | — |
| Pioneer Elementary School Ontario | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| PAYETTE HIGH SCHOOL Payette | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| MCCAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Payette | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| May Roberts Elementary School Ontario | 4.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Ontario Middle School Ontario | 4.9 mi | 7.8 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ontario | 4.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Ontario High School Ontario | 4.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Aiken Elementary School Ontario | 5.0 mi | 6.7 |
| TREASURE VALLEY CLASSICAL ACADEMY Fruitland | 5.8 mi | 6.7 |
| FRUITLAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fruitland | 6.0 mi | — |
| FRUITLAND HIGH SCHOOL Fruitland | 6.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Alameda Elementary School Ontario | 5.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Four Rivers Community School Ontario | 5.6 mi | 8.5 |
| FRUITLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Fruitland | 6.3 mi | 4.6 |
| FRUITLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fruitland | 6.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Cairo Elementary School Ontario | 8.2 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83661 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,444
Median Home Value
$273,400
Median Rent
$852/mo
Population
10,788
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
64.4%
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
38.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NORTHWEST CHILDREN'S HOME Lewiston, ID | 7.0 |
| PETRA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise, ID | 6.9 |
| NORTHWEST CHILDRENS HOME EDUC CENTER Lewiston, ID | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River of Life Christian School
What grades does River of Life Christian School serve?
River of Life Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend River of Life Christian School?
River of Life Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River of Life Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at River of Life Christian School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does River of Life Christian School rank in ID?
River of Life Christian School ranks #3 of 82 private schools in ID.
What is River of Life Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
River of Life Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is River of Life Christian School a private school?
Yes, River of Life Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Assembly of God 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 of Life Christian School a religious school?
River of Life Christian School has a Assembly of God religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 54
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Assembly of God
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 190 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Payette County
- Phone
- (208) 642-4416
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