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#151 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 21% of private schools

Bethel Christian Academy

Elementary School

12901 W PLEASANT VALLEY RD, Parma, OH 44130

Private

Enrollment

163

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Ohio private schools

#151 of 713

In Parma

#3 of 9

public schools

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Bethel Christian Academy

7.7/10

Elementary School in Parma · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.0/10

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About Bethel Christian Academy

Bethel Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Parma, OH. Bethel Christian Academy serves approximately 163 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethel Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #151 of 713 private schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Bethel Christian Academy show 59% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

How it compares1.0 pts above OH schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 163 students, Bethel 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.

Bethel 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 Bethel Christian Academy compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Parma, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
This School
vs
17.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
163
This School
vs
528
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 79.1% vs 0%
Black 9.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.9% vs 0%
Asian 2.5% vs 0%
Bethel Christian Academy Parma Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Bethel Christian Academy (this school) 7.7
First Step Preschool 5.7
Pleasant Valley Elementary School 6.7
Greenbriar Middle School 6.2
Constellation Schools: Parma Community 5.1
Summit Academy Community School-Parma 5.9
Huber Heights Preparatory Academy dba Parma Academy 7.1
Dentzler Elementary School 7.9
Green Valley Elementary School 7.9
Ridge-Brook Elementary School 6.2
Thoreau Park Elementary School 6.7
Global Village Academy 7.3
Shiloh Middle School 5.3
John Muir Elementary School 6.1

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 OH.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,210.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 36%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 163
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in OH

Test Scores OH OST (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 59.2% (2019 OST)
School
State
39.6% (2019 OST)
ELA Proficiency 83.8% (2019 OST)
School
State
48.5% (2019 OST)

Based on 4 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 79.1%
Black 9.2%
Hispanic 4.9%
Two or More 4.3%
Asian 2.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

12901 W PLEASANT VALLEY RD, Parma, OH 44130

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bethel Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whitney Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Strongsville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Big Creek Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Middleburg Hts), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, AL IHSAN SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Parma, see our Parma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
PROVIDENCE ACADEMY Parma 0.2 mi 7.0
First Step Preschool Parma 0.6 mi 5.7
INCARNATE WORD ACADEMY Parma Heights 1.5 mi 6.9
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Parma 1.1 mi 6.4
Whitney Elementary School Strongsville 1.4 mi 8.3
THE ACADEMY OF ST BARTHOLOMEW Middleburg Heights 1.2 mi 6.3
Valley Forge High School Parma Heights 1.4 mi 5.4
Pleasant Valley Elementary School Parma 1.3 mi 6.7
Berea-Midpark Middle School Middleburg Heights 1.7 mi 5.3
Big Creek Elementary School Middleburg Hts 1.6 mi 8.3
Greenbriar Middle School Parma 2.3 mi 6.2
AL IHSAN SCHOOL Parma 2.5 mi 8.3
PARMA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Parma Heights 2.1 mi 7.2
Summit Academy Community School-Parma Parma 2.9 mi 5.9
Constellation Schools: Parma Community Parma 2.4 mi 5.1
Huber Heights Preparatory Academy dba Parma Academy Parma 3.1 mi 7.1
ROYAL REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Royalton 3.2 mi 6.3
Brook Park Elementary School Brook Park 2.9 mi 7.5
BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Parma 3.4 mi 6.1
ST ALBERT THE GREAT SCHOOL North Royalton 3.6 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,099

Median Home Value

$184,900

Median Rent

$1,045/mo

Population

49,778

College Educated

28.1%

Homeownership

63.9%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

44.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fairborn, OH 7.7
CCMT ROSARY CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Toledo, OH 7.7
NORTHSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wadsworth, OH 7.7
SOUTH SUBURBAN MONTESSORI Brecksville, OH 7.7
ST ALOYSIUS Cincinnati, OH 7.7
ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Canton, OH 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bethel Christian Academy

What grades does Bethel Christian Academy serve?

Bethel Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Bethel Christian Academy?

Bethel Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 163 students.

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

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

How does Bethel Christian Academy rank in OH?

Bethel Christian Academy ranks #151 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Bethel Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Bethel Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bethel Christian Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bethel Christian Academy has 59% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

Is Bethel Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Bethel 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 Bethel Christian Academy a religious school?

Bethel Christian Academy has a Assembly of God religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
163
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Assembly of God
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County

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