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#155 of 319 private schools in MN
Top 48% of private schools
Foothills Christian Academy
School
210 FIRST AVE E, Backus, MN 56435
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Minnesota private schools
#155 of 319
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About Foothills Christian Academy
Foothills Christian Academy is a private school in Backus, MN. Foothills Christian Academy serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Foothills Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #155 of 319 private schools in MN.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, Foothills 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, Foothills Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Foothills 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.
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 MN.
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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 MN
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
210 FIRST AVE E, Backus, MN 56435
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foothills Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. NEVIS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 18.4 miles away, in nearby Nevis), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAGLE VIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 19.5 miles away, in nearby Pequot Lakes), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEVIS SECONDARY (rated 7.8/10, 18.4 miles away, in nearby Nevis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Backus, see our Backus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pine River-Backus ALP Pine River | 8.3 mi | 5.6 |
| PINE RIVER-BACKUS HIGH SCHOOL Pine River | 8.4 mi | 7.1 |
| PINE RIVER-BACKUS ELEMENTARY Pine River | 8.5 mi | 6.3 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Walker | 15.8 mi | — |
| Up North Learning Center Walker | 17.2 mi | — |
| WALKER-HACKENSACK-AKELEY SEC. Walker | 19.1 mi | 7.0 |
| W.H.A. ELEMENTARY Walker | 19.2 mi | 6.5 |
| PEQUOT LAKES SENIOR HIGH Pequot Lakes | 18.1 mi | 5.7 |
| PEQUOT LAKES MIDDLE Pequot Lakes | 18.1 mi | 5.7 |
| EAGLE VIEW ELEMENTARY Pequot Lakes | 19.5 mi | 7.8 |
| NEVIS ELEMENTARY Nevis | 18.4 mi | 8.0 |
| NEVIS SECONDARY Nevis | 18.4 mi | 7.8 |
| NISSWA ELEMENTARY Nisswa | 23.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Crosslake Community Seat Based Crosslake | 21.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Crosslake Community 6-12 Online Crosslake | 21.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Crosslake Community K-5 Online Crosslake | 21.9 mi | — |
| LAPORTE ELEMENTARY Laporte | 29.1 mi | 6.9 |
| LAPORTE SECONDARY Laporte | 29.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Laporte Middle School Laporte | 29.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Central Lakes Adventure School Pillager | 33.3 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,542
Median Home Value
$230,100
Median Rent
$944/mo
Population
2,912
College Educated
16.3%
Homeownership
91.6%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
51.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foothills Christian Academy
What grades does Foothills Christian Academy serve?
Foothills Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Foothills Christian Academy?
Foothills Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foothills Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Foothills Christian Academy is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Foothills Christian Academy rank in MN?
Foothills Christian Academy ranks #155 of 319 private schools in MN.
What is Foothills Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Foothills 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 Foothills Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Foothills 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 Foothills Christian Academy a religious school?
Foothills Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 42
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 164 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Cass County
- Phone
- (218) 947-3277
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