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#460 of 716 private schools in IL
Faith Christian School
Elementary School
980 IRON HORSE PL, Monticello, IL 61856
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
78
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#460 of 716
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Faith Christian School
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About Faith Christian School
Faith Christian School is a private elementary school in Monticello, IL. Faith Christian School serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Faith Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #460 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 78 students, Faith 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 9.9:1 students to teachers, Faith Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Faith 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 Faith Christian School compares to the 3 public schools in Monticello, IL
Student Demographics
All Schools in Monticello
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Faith Christian School (this school) | 5.9 |
| Monticello Middle School | 6.9 |
| Monticello High School | 5.8 |
| Washington School | 6.5 |
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 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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
980 IRON HORSE PL, Monticello, IL 61856
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Faith Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. White Heath Elem School (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby White Heath), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cerro Gordo Elem School (rated 7.1/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Cerro Gordo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ruth M Schneider Elem School (rated 7.0/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Farmer City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Monticello, see our Monticello schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Monticello Middle School Monticello | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Monticello High School Monticello | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Washington School Monticello | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| White Heath Elem School White Heath | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Bement High School Bement | 9.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Bement Elementary School Bement | 9.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Bement Middle School Bement | 9.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Deland-Weldon High School De Land | 8.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Deland-Weldon Middle School Weldon | 8.4 mi | — |
| Deland-Weldon Elem School Weldon | 8.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Blue Ridge Intermediate-Jr HS Mansfield | 11.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Mahomet-Seymour Jr High School Mahomet | 12.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Mahomet-Seymour High School Mahomet | 12.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Ruth M Schneider Elem School Farmer City | 14.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Lincoln Trail Elem School Mahomet | 12.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Blue Ridge High School Farmer City | 14.1 mi | 7.6 |
| FIRST SCHOOL Mahomet | 13.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Middletown Prairie Elementary Mahomet | 13.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Cerro Gordo Jr and Sr High Sch Cerro Gordo | 14.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Cerro Gordo Elem School Cerro Gordo | 14.5 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 61856 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,841
Median Home Value
$214,500
Median Rent
$1,045/mo
Population
8,110
College Educated
39.9%
Homeownership
86.3%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
42.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HADI SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Schaumburg, IL | 5.9 |
| LUPINE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lockport, IL | 5.9 |
| Plamondon Elem School Chicago, IL | 5.9 |
| Ransom Grade School Ransom, IL | 5.9 |
| South Wilmington Grade School South Wilmington, IL | 5.9 |
| EAGLE ACADEMY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lansing, IL | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Faith Christian School
What grades does Faith Christian School serve?
Faith Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Faith Christian School?
Faith Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Faith Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Faith Christian School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Faith Christian School rank in IL?
Faith Christian School ranks #460 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Faith Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Faith Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Faith Christian School a private school?
Yes, Faith 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 Faith Christian School a religious school?
Faith Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 78
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Piatt County
- Phone
- (217) 762-7240
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