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#346 of 716 private schools in IL

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Princeton Christian Academy

School

21890 US HIGHWAY 34, Princeton, IL 61356

Private

Enrollment

93

Student-Teacher

8.1:1

Score

6.4

Grades

1st – 10th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#346 of 716

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Princeton Christian Academy

6.4/10

School in Princeton · grades 1st – 10th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Douglas Elementary School

4.1/10

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6.4/10

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About Princeton Christian Academy

Princeton Christian Academy is a private school in Princeton, IL. Princeton Christian Academy serves approximately 93 students, and covers grades 1st-10th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Princeton Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #346 of 716 private schools in IL.

How it comparesOn par with IL schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 93 students, Princeton 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 8.1:1 students to teachers, Princeton Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Princeton 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

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How Princeton Christian Academy compares to the 5 public schools in Princeton, IL

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
This School
vs
15.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
93
This School
vs
312
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.4
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94.6% vs 0%
Black 2.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.2% vs 0%
Princeton Christian Academy Princeton Public Avg

All Schools in Princeton

School Rating
Princeton Christian Academy (this school) 6.4
Douglas Elementary School 4.1
Princeton High School 6.4
Lincoln Elem School 7.3
Logan Jr High School 4.9
Jefferson Elem School 7.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,232
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 11%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
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Enrollment 93
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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)

White 94.6%
Black 2.2%
Hispanic 2.2%
Two or More 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

21890 US HIGHWAY 34, Princeton, IL 61356

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Princeton Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Bureau Valley Elem and JH (rated 9.0/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Manlius), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ohio Com Cons Grade School (rated 8.2/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Ohio), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Putnam Co Primary Sch (rated 7.7/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Granville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Princeton, see our Princeton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Douglas Elementary School Princeton 1.9 mi 4.1
Princeton High School Princeton 2.2 mi 6.4
Lincoln Elem School Princeton 2.5 mi 7.3
Logan Jr High School Princeton 2.6 mi 4.9
Jefferson Elem School Princeton 2.7 mi 7.4
Malden Grade School Malden 4.0 mi 6.4
DePue High School Depue 8.5 mi 6.9
DePue Elem School Depue 8.5 mi 7.3
Bureau Valley Elemntry-Wyanet Wyanet 8.3 mi 7.5
Ohio Com Cons Grade School Ohio 11.0 mi 8.2
Ohio Community High School Ohio 11.0 mi
Putnam County Elem School Hennepin 11.5 mi 4.8
La Moille Jr/Sr High School La Moille 11.7 mi 6.7
Allen School School La Moille 11.9 mi 4.7
Ladd Comm Cons Sch Ladd 11.4 mi 4.1
Bureau Valley North Walnut 13.4 mi 5.0
Hall High School Spring Valley 12.6 mi 7.0
John F Kennedy Elem School Spring Valley 12.6 mi 5.2
Bureau Valley Elem and JH Manlius 13.2 mi 9.0
Putnam Co Primary Sch Granville 14.4 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 61356 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,952

Median Home Value

$146,800

Median Rent

$751/mo

Population

10,739

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

75.9%

Avg Commute

16.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

45.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
FAMILIES OF FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Channahon, IL 6.4
FAITH BIBLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rosamond, IL 6.5
NORTHWESTER CENTER FOR AUTISM Genoa, IL 6.5
BEARDSTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Beardstown, IL 6.3
GURNEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gurnee, IL 6.3
MISSISSIPPI VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alton, IL 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Princeton Christian Academy

What grades does Princeton Christian Academy serve?

Princeton Christian Academy serves students in grades 1st through 10th.

How many students attend Princeton Christian Academy?

Princeton Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 93 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Princeton Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Princeton Christian Academy is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Princeton Christian Academy rank in IL?

Princeton Christian Academy ranks #346 of 716 private schools in IL.

What is Princeton Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Princeton Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Princeton Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Princeton 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 Princeton Christian Academy a religious school?

Princeton Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 10th
Enrollment
93
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Bureau County

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