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#66 of 186 private schools in OR

Top 35% of private schools

Lighthouse Apostolic Academy

School

10501 W 1ST ST, La Grande, OR 97850

Private

Enrollment

90

Student-Teacher

8.2:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Oregon private schools

#66 of 186

In La Grande

#1 of 3

public schools

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Lighthouse Apostolic Academy

6.9/10

School in La Grande · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lighthouse Apostolic Academy

Lighthouse Apostolic Academy is a private school in La Grande, OR. Lighthouse Apostolic Academy serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lighthouse Apostolic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #66 of 186 private schools in OR.

How it compares0.6 pts above OR schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • OR avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 90 students, Lighthouse Apostolic 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 8.2:1 students to teachers, Lighthouse Apostolic Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Lighthouse Apostolic 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 Lighthouse Apostolic Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in La Grande, OR

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
This School
vs
16.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
90
This School
vs
346
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 25.6% vs 0%
Black 2.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.2% vs 0%
Lighthouse Apostolic Academy La Grande Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Lighthouse Apostolic Academy (this school) 6.9
Greenwood Elementary School 5.9
La Grande Middle School 5.9
La Grande High School 5.8
Central Elementary School 7.0
RiverBend High School

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 OR.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 792
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 59%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 90
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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 OR

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Pacific Islander 56.7%
White 25.6%
Two or More 13.3%
Black 2.2%
Hispanic 2.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

10501 W 1ST ST, La Grande, OR 97850

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lighthouse Apostolic Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Imbler Charter School (rated 9.2/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Imbler), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cove Charter School (rated 8.9/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Cove), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Powder Charter School (rated 7.9/10, 22.5 miles away, in nearby North Powder), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in La Grande, see our La Grande schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 38.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Island City Elementary School Island City 0.2 mi 8.7
LA GRANDE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL La Grande 2.1 mi
Greenwood Elementary School La Grande 1.8 mi 5.9
HEIDI HO KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL La Grande 2.4 mi 4.7
La Grande Middle School La Grande 2.6 mi 5.9
GRANDE RONDE ACADEMY La Grande 2.6 mi 5.8
Central Elementary School La Grande 2.8 mi 7.0
La Grande High School La Grande 2.8 mi 5.8
Imbler Charter School Imbler 9.4 mi 9.2
RiverBend High School La Grande 9.3 mi
Union Elementary School Union 12.9 mi 7.2
Union High School Union 12.9 mi 7.8
Cove Charter School Cove 12.1 mi 8.9
Elgin High School Elgin 16.5 mi 4.8
Stella Mayfield Elementary School Elgin 16.7 mi 8.4
North Powder Charter School North Powder 22.5 mi 7.9
Haines Elementary School Baker City 30.0 mi 7.7
Weston Middle School Weston 37.3 mi 7.6
Athena Elementary School Athena 38.6 mi 6.5
Weston-McEwen High School Athena 38.7 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97850 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,411

Median Home Value

$264,700

Median Rent

$973/mo

Population

16,545

College Educated

27.1%

Homeownership

57.9%

Avg Commute

13.3 min

Poverty Rate

18%

Median Age

37

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lighthouse Apostolic Academy

What grades does Lighthouse Apostolic Academy serve?

Lighthouse Apostolic Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Lighthouse Apostolic Academy?

Lighthouse Apostolic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse Apostolic Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse Apostolic Academy is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Lighthouse Apostolic Academy rank in OR?

Lighthouse Apostolic Academy ranks #66 of 186 private schools in OR.

What is Lighthouse Apostolic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Lighthouse Apostolic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Lighthouse Apostolic Academy a private school?

Yes, Lighthouse Apostolic 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 Lighthouse Apostolic Academy a religious school?

Lighthouse Apostolic Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
90
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
132 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Union County

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