Very Good

#251 of 713 private schools in OH

Top 35% of private schools

Ross County Christian Academy

School

2215 EGYPT PIKE, Chillicothe, OH 45601

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

336

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#251 of 713

In Chillicothe

#2 of 2

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About Ross County Christian Academy

Ross County Christian Academy is a private school in Chillicothe, OH. Ross County Christian Academy serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ross County Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #251 of 713 private schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Ross County Christian Academy show 64% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

How it compares0.8 pts above OH schools

7.2

This school 7.2 · Very Good
OH avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Ross County 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.

Ross County Christian Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Ross County Christian Academy compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Chillicothe, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.6:1

This School

17.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

336

This School

481

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.2

This School

5.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.6% vs 0%

Black 4.5% vs 0%

Asian 1.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 0.3% vs 0%

Ross County Christian Academy Chillicothe Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Ross County Christian Academy (this school)	—	336	12.6:1	7.2
Unioto Elementary	0.6 mi	1,035	19.2:1	7.4
Unioto Middle School	0.9 mi	487	24.4:1	5.6
Unioto High School	0.9 mi	605	26.3:1	4.3
Chillicothe Middle School	3.0 mi	381	13.6:1	4.6
Chillicothe High School	3.0 mi	859	20.5:1	4.3
Chillicothe Primary School	3.1 mi	546	20.2:1	3.5
Chillicothe Intermediate School	4.2 mi	754	16.4:1	6.2
Mt. Logan Early Childhood Center	4.4 mi	105	9.5:1	5.8
Pickaway-Ross Career & Technology Center	5.6 mi	710	—:1	5.9
Zane Trace Elementary School	5.9 mi	489	16.3:1	8.4
Zane Trace Middle School	5.9 mi	367	16:1	7.4
Zane Trace High School	5.9 mi	363	21.4:1	5.5
Huntington Elementary School	9.2 mi	409	14.1:1	6.4
Huntington High School	9.2 mi	306	13.9:1	5.7
Huntington Middle School	9.2 mi	313	14.9:1	4.7
Southeastern Elementary School	10.4 mi	379	15.2:1	8.5
Southeastern Middle School	10.4 mi	300	21.4:1	6.7
Southeastern High School	10.4 mi	251	11.4:1	5.9

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

B 6.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.6:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,246

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 6.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 24%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 336

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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 OH

Test Scores OH OST (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 63.9% (2019 OST)

School

State

38.0% (2019 OST)

ELA Proficiency 80.4% (2019 OST)

School

State

51.5% (2019 OST)

Based on 8 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 86.6%

Two or More 7.1%

Black 4.5%

Asian 1.5%

Hispanic 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2215 EGYPT PIKE, Chillicothe, OH 45601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ross County Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Zane Trace Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 5.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BISHOP FLAGET SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Unioto Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chillicothe, see our Chillicothe schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Unioto Elementary Chillicothe	0.6 mi	1,035	7.4
Unioto Middle School Chillicothe	0.9 mi	487	5.6
Unioto High School Chillicothe	0.9 mi	605	4.3
Chillicothe Primary School Chillicothe	3.1 mi	546	3.5
Chillicothe High School Chillicothe	3.0 mi	859	4.3
Chillicothe Middle School Chillicothe	3.0 mi	381	4.6
BISHOP FLAGET SCHOOL Chillicothe	3.8 mi	172	7.5
Chillicothe Intermediate School Chillicothe	4.2 mi	754	6.2
Mt. Logan Early Childhood Center Chillicothe	4.4 mi	105	5.8
Pickaway-Ross Career & Technology Center Chillicothe	5.6 mi	710	5.9
Zane Trace Elementary School Chillicothe	5.9 mi	489	8.4
Zane Trace High School Chillicothe	5.9 mi	363	5.5
Zane Trace Middle School Chillicothe	5.9 mi	367	7.4
Huntington Middle School Chillicothe	9.2 mi	313	4.7
Huntington Elementary School Chillicothe	9.2 mi	409	6.4
Huntington High School Chillicothe	9.2 mi	306	5.7
Adena Middle School Frankfort	9.5 mi	279	6.2
Adena High School Frankfort	9.5 mi	306	6.2
Adena Elementary School Frankfort	9.5 mi	563	7.1
Southeastern Middle School Chillicothe	10.4 mi	300	6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,430

Median Home Value

$160,800

Median Rent

$858/mo

Population

56,453

College Educated

18.1%

Homeownership

69.4%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

41.1

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Xenia, OH	431	7.2
Spencer Center for Gifted and Exceptional Students Cincinnati, OH	336	7.2
WILMINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wilmington, OH	251	7.2
TOLEDO ISLAMIC ACADEMY Sylvania, OH	240	7.3
JEFFERSON COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wintersville, OH	208	7.1
ST JOSEPH CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Fremont, OH	464	7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ross County Christian Academy

What grades does Ross County Christian Academy serve?

Ross County Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Ross County Christian Academy?

Ross County Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ross County Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Ross County Christian Academy is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Ross County Christian Academy rank in OH?

Ross County Christian Academy ranks #251 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Ross County Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Ross County Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Ross County Christian Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ross County Christian Academy has 64% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).

Is Ross County Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Ross County Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Ross County Christian Academy a religious school?

Ross County Christian Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 19 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 336
Gender Split: 52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 27
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Other Religious
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 178 days
Setting: Fringe Rural
County: Ross County
Phone: (740) 701-1226

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