Very Good
#141 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 20% of private schools
East Orchard Christian Academy
Elementary School · Olney, IL
A private elementary school in Olney, IL serving grades Pre-K – 8th.
5014 N IL. 130, Olney, IL 62450
- 6.4:1 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 East Orchard Christian Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 23Car-Dependent
- Bike 29Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Elevated1,289/100K
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Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$60,133
Median home value
$111,600
Median rent
$761/mo
College educated
21.2%
Homeownership
69.2%
Poverty rate
12.7%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 62450; 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
3 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph SchoolPrivate · tuition | 5.6private | PK–8 | 1.8 mi | 216 | Compare → |
| St Joseph's Catholic ChurchPrivate · tuition | 5.6private | PK–8 | 1.8 mi | 216 | Compare → |
| Richland County Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.9 | K–5 | 2.1 mi | 915 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
East Orchard Christian Academy is listed in Olney, IL; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About East Orchard Christian Academy
East Orchard Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Olney, IL, serving approximately 102 students in grades Pre-K-8th with a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #141 of 716 private schools in IL.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about East Orchard Christian Academy
What grades does East Orchard Christian Academy serve?
East Orchard Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend East Orchard Christian Academy?
East Orchard Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 102 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Orchard Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at East Orchard Christian Academy is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does East Orchard Christian Academy rank in IL?
East Orchard Christian Academy ranks #141 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is East Orchard Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
East Orchard Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is East Orchard Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, East Orchard 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 East Orchard Christian Academy a religious school?
East Orchard Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 102
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Richland County
- Phone
- (618) 392-0300
- Area population (ZIP 62450)
- 12,406
- Area average commute
- 18.9 min
- Area median age
- 42.9
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 62450; 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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