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#248 of 716 private schools in IL
Top 35% of private schools
Grace Christian Academy
School
2499 WALDRON RD, Kankakee, IL 60901
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Illinois private schools
#248 of 716
In Kankakee
#1 of 3
public schools
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About Grace Christian Academy
Grace Christian Academy is a private school in Kankakee, IL. Grace Christian Academy serves approximately 195 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #248 of 716 private schools in IL.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 195 students, Grace 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.
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Grace Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Grace 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 Grace Christian Academy compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Kankakee, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grace Christian Academy (this school) | 6.8 |
| Kankakee Junior High School | 4.6 |
| Edison Primary School | 2.7 |
| Mark Twain Primary School | 6.1 |
| Lincoln Cltrl Ctr-Montessori Elem | 4.6 |
| King Middle Grade School | 3.8 |
| Steuben Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Proegler School | 4.6 |
| Taft Primary School | 4.4 |
| Kankakee High School | 6.4 |
| John Kennedy Middle Grade School | 5.2 |
| Limestone Middle Sch | 5.9 |
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
2499 WALDRON RD, Kankakee, IL 60901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grace Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. KANKAKEE TRINITY ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 3.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 3.8/10, 3.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Kankakee, see our Kankakee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kankakee Junior High School Kankakee | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Mark Twain Primary School Kankakee | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Edison Primary School Kankakee | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Lincoln Cltrl Ctr-Montessori Elem Kankakee | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| King Middle Grade School Kankakee | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Steuben Elementary School Kankakee | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Proegler School Kankakee | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Bradley East Elem School Bradley | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Kankakee | 3.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Bradley Central Middle School Bradley | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Taft Primary School Kankakee | 2.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Kankakee High School Kankakee | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| John Kennedy Middle Grade School Kankakee | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Bradley-Bourbonnais C High School Bradley | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
| KANKAKEE TRINITY ACADEMY Kankakee | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Bradley West Elem School Bradley | 3.8 mi | 5.9 |
| BISHOP MCNAMARA CATHOLIC SCHOOL,BOURBONNAIS Bourbonnais | 4.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Shabbona Elem School Bourbonnais | 4.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Alan B Shepard Elem School Bourbonnais | 4.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Bourbonnais Upper Grade Center Bourbonnais | 5.1 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,557
Median Home Value
$143,200
Median Rent
$1,020/mo
Population
33,224
College Educated
15.7%
Homeownership
60.6%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.7%
Median Age
37.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grace Christian Academy
What grades does Grace Christian Academy serve?
Grace Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Grace Christian Academy?
Grace Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 195 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Grace Christian Academy is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Grace Christian Academy rank in IL?
Grace Christian Academy ranks #248 of 716 private schools in IL.
What is Grace Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Grace Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Grace Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Grace 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 Grace Christian Academy a religious school?
Grace Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 195
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Kankakee County
- Phone
- (815) 939-4579
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