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#518 of 713 private schools in OH

Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center

Middle School

30 W FRONT ST, Youngstown, OH 44503

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

7.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

3rd – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

7.4:1

Score

5.7

Grades

3rd – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#518 of 713

In Youngstown

#12 of 12

public schools

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About Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center

Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center is a private middle school in Youngstown, OH. Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #518 of 713 private schools in OH.

How it compares0.5 pts below OH schools

5.7

This school 5.7 · Average
OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 59 students, Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center 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 7.4:1 students to teachers, Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center 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 Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Youngstown, OH

Student-Teacher Ratio

7.4:1

This School

16:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

355

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.7

This School

5.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 100% vs 0%

Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center Youngstown Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center (this school)	—	59	7.4:1	5.7
Youngstown Community School	0.7 mi	368	14.2:1	3.9
Rayen Early College Middle School	0.9 mi	380	16.5:1	5.9
Youngstown Preparatory Academy	0.9 mi	112	16:1	3.5
Southside Academy	1.0 mi	173	19.2:1	6.3
Youngstown Academy of Excellence	1.6 mi	255	21.2:1	6.2
Mahoning County High School	1.9 mi	108	9.8:1	7.3
Wilson Alternative School	1.9 mi	95	8.6:1	6.2
Youngstown Virtual Academy	1.9 mi	75	37.5:1	3.1
Harding Elementary School	2.1 mi	338	13:1	3.8
Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown	2.1 mi	99	14.1:1	4.6
Taft Elementary School	2.2 mi	284	11.4:1	2.7
Horizon Science Academy Youngstown	2.4 mi	388	15.5:1	4.8
Summit Academy-Youngstown	2.6 mi	118	8.4:1	6.6
Chaney Middle at McGuffey	2.6 mi	252	9.7:1	3.8
Stambaugh Charter Academy	2.6 mi	497	16.6:1	5.4
Volney Rogers School	3.0 mi	332	12.8:1	7.9
M L King Elementary School	3.1 mi	286	13.6:1	4.5
East Middle at PRBerry	3.2 mi	331	11:1	3.2
Kirkmere School	3.4 mi	344	15:1	6.3
Robinwood Lane Elementary School	3.8 mi	353	19.6:1	7.2

Showing 20 of 30 schools. View all schools in Youngstown

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

A 9.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.4:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 3.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,047.8

Diversity & Inclusion

C 2.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 0%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 4.6 / 10

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Enrollment 59

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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

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

30 W FRONT ST, Youngstown, OH 44503

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ACLD SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rayen Early College Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Youngstown, see our Youngstown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Youngstown Rayen Early College High School Youngstown	0.3 mi	281	6.2
ACLD SCHOOL Youngstown	0.3 mi	61	7.3
Choffin Career Cntr Youngstown	0.4 mi	51	5.4
Youngstown Community School Youngstown	0.7 mi	368	3.9
Rayen Early College Middle School Youngstown	0.9 mi	380	5.9
URSULINE HIGH SCHOOL Youngstown	0.9 mi	478	7.3
Southside Academy Youngstown	1.0 mi	173	6.3
Youngstown Preparatory Academy Youngstown	0.9 mi	112	3.5
CARDINAL MOONEY HIGH SCHOOL Youngstown	1.8 mi	290	7.9
POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM SCHOOL OF AUTISM Youngstown	1.9 mi	185	8.8
Mahoning County High School Youngstown	1.9 mi	108	7.3
Wilson Alternative School Youngstown	1.9 mi	95	6.2
Youngstown Virtual Academy Youngstown	1.9 mi	75	3.1
Harding Elementary School Youngstown	2.1 mi	338	3.8
Youngstown Academy of Excellence Youngstown	1.6 mi	255	6.2
East High School Youngstown	1.6 mi	575	3.1
ST JOSEPH THE PROVIDER SCHOOL Youngstown	2.0 mi	178	7.6
Taft Elementary School Youngstown	2.2 mi	284	2.7
Summit Academy Secondary - Youngstown Youngstown	2.1 mi	99	4.6
ISLAMIC ACADEMY OF YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown	2.3 mi	45	7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$12,764

Median Rent

$405/mo

Population

970

College Educated

Homeownership

Poverty Rate

68.9%

Median Age

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center

What grades does Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center serve?

Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.

How many students attend Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center?

Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center rank in OH?

Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center ranks #518 of 713 private schools in OH.

What is Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center a private school?

Yes, Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center 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 School - the Lewis Center a religious school?

Valley Christian School - the Lewis Center has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 53 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 3rd – 8th
Enrollment: 59
Gender Split: 51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 8
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.2 hours
Days Per Year: 169 days
Setting: Small City
County: Mahoning County
Phone: (330) 788-8088

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