Very Good
#114 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 16% of private schools
Valley Christian Academy
Elementary School
1037 E BLVD, Aurora, OH 44202
Enrollment
154
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
154
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#114 of 713
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About Valley Christian Academy
Valley Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Aurora, OH. Valley Christian Academy serves approximately 154 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #114 of 713 private schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Valley Christian Academy show 69% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 154 students, Valley 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 8.9:1 students to teachers, Valley Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Valley 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 Valley Christian Academy compares to the 5 public schools in Aurora, OH
Student Demographics
All Schools in Aurora
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Valley Christian Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| Aurora High School | 8.5 |
| Craddock Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Harmon Middle School | 8.8 |
| Leighton Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Miller Elementary School | 4.5 |
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 OH.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Based on 8 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1037 E BLVD, Aurora, OH 44202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grace L Roxbury Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Solon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parkside Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Solon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Leighton Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Aurora, see our Aurora schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Aurora High School Aurora | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Harmon Middle School Aurora | 2.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Craddock Elementary School Aurora | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Leighton Elementary School Aurora | 3.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Miller Elementary School Aurora | 3.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Solon Middle School Solon | 3.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Parkside Elementary School Solon | 3.4 mi | 9.5 |
| Wilcox Elementary School Twinsburg | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Orchard Middle School Solon | 3.7 mi | 9.7 |
| Joseph V. Regano Early Learning Center Solon | 3.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Grace L Roxbury Elementary School Solon | 3.8 mi | 9.6 |
| Solon High School Solon | 3.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Geo G Dodge Elementary School Twinsburg | 3.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Twinsburg High School Twinsburg | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
| R B Chamberlin Middle School Twinsburg | 4.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Solon Academy Solon | 4.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Ellsworth Hill Elementary School Hudson | 5.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Samuel Bissell Elementary School Twinsburg | 4.2 mi | 8.5 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC SCHOOL Chagrin Falls | 5.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Chagrin Falls Middle School Chagrin Falls | 5.8 mi | 9.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,556
Median Home Value
$356,000
Median Rent
$1,701/mo
Population
22,857
College Educated
56.4%
Homeownership
84.2%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
44.8
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|---|---|
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Toledo, OH | 7.9 |
| CENTRAL BAPTIST ACADEMY Cincinnati, OH | 7.9 |
| Dundee Elementary School Dundee, OH | 7.9 |
| GROSS SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL Pepper Pike, OH | 7.9 |
| HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL Sidney, OH | 7.9 |
| MOTHER MARIA A. BRUNNER Dayton, OH | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Christian Academy
What grades does Valley Christian Academy serve?
Valley Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Valley Christian Academy?
Valley Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 154 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Christian Academy is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Valley Christian Academy rank in OH?
Valley Christian Academy ranks #114 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is Valley Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Valley Christian Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley Christian Academy has 69% math proficiency (2019 OST) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (2019 OST).
Is Valley Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Valley 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 Valley Christian Academy a religious school?
Valley Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 154
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Portage County
- Phone
- (330) 562-8191
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