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Verndale Area Christian Academy
Elementary School
402 NE CLARK DR, Verndale, MN 56481
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Verndale Area Christian Academy
Elementary School in Verndale · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Verndale Area Christian Academy
Verndale Area Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Verndale, MN. Verndale Area Christian Academy serves approximately 20 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 20 students, Verndale Area 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 8.3:1 students to teachers, Verndale Area Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Verndale Area 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 Verndale Area Christian Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Verndale, MN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Verndale
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Verndale Area Christian Academy (this school) | — |
| VERNDALE SECONDARY | 5.9 |
| VERNDALE ELEMENTARY | 4.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Private · Assembly of God
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Address
- 402 NE CLARK DR, Verndale, MN 56481
- Phone
- (218) 445-5568
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in MN aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
402 NE CLARK DR, Verndale, MN 56481
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Verndale Area Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BERTHA ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Bertha). Another option is SEBEKA ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 16.6 miles away, in nearby Sebeka). Additionally, SACRED HEART AREA SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Staples). For more schools in Verndale, see our Verndale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VERNDALE ELEMENTARY Verndale | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| VERNDALE SECONDARY Verndale | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Freshwater Education District ALC Wadena | 6.4 mi | 6.5 |
| White Pine Academy Wadena | 6.4 mi | — |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Wadena | 6.4 mi | — |
| LEAF RIVER ACADEMY Wadena | 6.4 mi | — |
| Elm Tree Academy Wadena | 6.4 mi | — |
| WADENA-DEER CREEK ELEMENTARY Wadena | 7.3 mi | 5.6 |
| BERTHA ELEMENTARY Bertha | 9.8 mi | 9.0 |
| BERTHA SECONDARY Bertha | 9.8 mi | 7.4 |
| WADENA-DEER CREEK SENIOR HIGH Wadena | 7.6 mi | 6.4 |
| WADENA-DEER CREEK 5TH AND 6TH GRADE Wadena | 7.6 mi | 5.6 |
| STAPLES-MOTLEY SENIOR HIGH Staples | 10.1 mi | 7.8 |
| MOTLEY-STAPLES MIDDLE SCHOOL Staples | 10.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Staples-Motley Elementary Staples | 10.1 mi | 5.3 |
| SACRED HEART AREA SCHOOL Staples | 10.2 mi | 7.1 |
| GREEN MEADOW Wadena | 10.4 mi | — |
| SEBEKA ELEMENTARY Sebeka | 16.6 mi | 9.0 |
| SEBEKA SECONDARY Sebeka | 16.6 mi | 7.4 |
| BROWERVILLE ELEMENTARY Browerville | 22.5 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56481 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,688
Median Home Value
$165,600
Median Rent
$585/mo
Population
2,333
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
87.3%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
38.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Verndale Area Christian Academy
What grades does Verndale Area Christian Academy serve?
Verndale Area Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Verndale Area Christian Academy?
Verndale Area Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Verndale Area Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Verndale Area Christian Academy is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Verndale Area Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Verndale Area Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Assembly of God affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Verndale Area Christian Academy a religious school?
Verndale Area Christian Academy has a Assembly of God religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 20
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Assembly of God
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 191 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Wadena County
- Phone
- (218) 445-5568
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