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#681 of 992 private schools in NY
Cortland Christian Academy
School
15 W RD, Cortland, NY 13045
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
95
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#681 of 992
In Cortland
#2 of 2
public schools
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About Cortland Christian Academy
Cortland Christian Academy is a private school in Cortland, NY. Cortland Christian Academy serves approximately 95 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cortland Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #681 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 95 students, Cortland 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 8.8:1 students to teachers, Cortland Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cortland 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 Cortland Christian Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Cortland, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cortland Christian Academy (this school) | 5.8 |
| FE SMITH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| FRANKLYN S BARRY PRIMARY SCHOOL | 3.4 |
| RANDALL MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.7 |
| CORTLAND HIGH SCHOOL | 7.8 |
| CORTLAND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 7.0 |
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 NY.
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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 NY
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
15 W RD, Cortland, NY 13045
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cortland Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. HOMER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Homer), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORTLAND HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCGRAW SECONDARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Mcgraw), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cortland, see our Cortland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FE SMITH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Cortland | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Cortland | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| FRANKLYN S BARRY PRIMARY SCHOOL Cortland | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| HOMER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Homer | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| RANDALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Cortland | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| CORTLAND HIGH SCHOOL Cortland | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| CORTLAND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cortland | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| HOMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Homer | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| HOMER INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Homer | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| HOMER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Homer | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MCGRAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mcgraw | 5.0 mi | 6.5 |
| MCGRAW SECONDARY SCHOOL Mcgraw | 5.3 mi | 7.7 |
| SUNNY MEADOWS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Groton | 5.5 mi | — |
| CASSAVANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden | 6.2 mi | 3.7 |
| DRYDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden | 9.4 mi | 6.0 |
| DRYDEN HIGH SCHOOL Dryden | 9.3 mi | 7.3 |
| DRYDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Dryden | 9.3 mi | 4.9 |
| GROTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Groton | 8.3 mi | 7.6 |
| GEORGE JUNIOR REPUBLIC SCHOOL Freeville | 9.7 mi | 5.8 |
| GROTON JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Groton | 8.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,028
Median Home Value
$162,700
Median Rent
$905/mo
Population
28,388
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
58%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
32.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ONESCHOOL GLOBAL: NEW YORK Airmont, NY | 5.8 |
| EAST PALMYRA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Palmyra, NY | 5.7 |
| OTSEGO-DELAWARE-SCHOHARIE-GREENE BOCES Grand Gorge, NY | 5.7 |
| NEW COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 5.9 |
| CHAUTAUQUA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jamestown, NY | 5.6 |
| TALMUD TORAH BAIS YECHIEL-NITRA Mount Kisco, NY | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cortland Christian Academy
What grades does Cortland Christian Academy serve?
Cortland Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Cortland Christian Academy?
Cortland Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 95 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cortland Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Cortland Christian Academy is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cortland Christian Academy rank in NY?
Cortland Christian Academy ranks #681 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Cortland Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Cortland Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cortland Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Cortland Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Cortland Christian Academy a religious school?
Cortland Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 95
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Cortland County
- Phone
- (607) 756-5838
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