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#418 of 716 private schools in IL
Decatur Christian School
School · Forsyth, IL
A private school in Forsyth, IL serving grades Kindergarten – 12th.
137 S GRANT ST, Forsyth, IL 62535
- 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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 IL.
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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 IL
Test scores
Most recent published year. School vs. IL average.
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Where Decatur Christian School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 28Car-Dependent
- Bike 44Somewhat Bikeable
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$113,456
Median home value
$289,800
Median rent
$1,207/mo
College educated
58.7%
Homeownership
92.3%
Poverty rate
10.7%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 62535; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
1 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lutheran School AssociationPrivate · tuition | 6.7 | PK–12 | 3.3 mi | 322 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Decatur Christian School is listed in Forsyth, IL; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Decatur Christian School
Decatur Christian School is a private school in Forsyth, IL, serving approximately 159 students in grades Kindergarten-12th with a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #418 of 716 private schools in IL.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Decatur Christian School
What grades does Decatur Christian School serve?
Decatur Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Decatur Christian School?
Decatur Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Decatur Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Decatur Christian School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Decatur Christian School rank in IL?
Decatur Christian School ranks #418 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Decatur Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Decatur Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Decatur Christian School a private school?
Yes, Decatur Christian School 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 Decatur Christian School a religious school?
Decatur Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 159
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Macon County
- Phone
- (217) 877-5636
- Area population (ZIP 62535)
- 3,656
- Area median age
- 41.9
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 62535; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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