Very Good
#44 of 186 private schools in OR
Top 23% of private schools
Morning Star Christian School
Elementary School
19741 BAKER RD, Bend, OR 97702
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Oregon private schools
#44 of 186
In Bend
#2 of 9
public schools
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Morning Star Christian School
Elementary School in Bend · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Morning Star Christian School
Morning Star Christian School is a private elementary school in Bend, OR. Morning Star Christian School serves approximately 135 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Morning Star Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #44 of 186 private schools in OR.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- OR avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 135 students, Morning Star Christian School 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 9.9:1 students to teachers, Morning Star Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Morning Star Christian School 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 Morning Star Christian School compares to 25 public schools serving similar grades in Bend, OR
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Morning Star Christian School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Elk Meadow Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Pine Ridge Elementary | 8.9 |
| R E Jewell Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Cascade Middle School | 6.9 |
| Silver Rail Elementary School | 8.8 |
| High Desert Middle School | 4.3 |
| Amity Creek Elementary School | 7.1 |
| William E Miller Elementary | 8.3 |
| Pacific Crest Middle School | 7.7 |
| Westside Village Magnet School at Kingston Elementary School | 4.1 |
| Bear Creek Elementary School | 4.1 |
| High Lakes Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Highland School at Kenwood Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Juniper Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Pilot Butte Middle School | 6.7 |
| Ensworth Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Bend International School | 8.9 |
| Realms Middle School | 7.6 |
| Desert Sky Montessori | 7.4 |
| Buckingham Elementary School | 8.3 |
Showing 20 of 25 schools. View all schools in Bend
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 OR.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
19741 BAKER RD, Bend, OR 97702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morning Star Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine Ridge Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Silver Rail Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Highland School at Kenwood Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 5.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bend, see our Bend schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elk Meadow Elementary School Bend | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Pine Ridge Elementary Bend | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Cascade Middle School Bend | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| SEVEN PEAKS SCHOOL Bend | 3.5 mi | 3.3 |
| R E Jewell Elementary School Bend | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Caldera High School Bend | 3.0 mi | 2.0 |
| DESCHUTES RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bend | 4.0 mi | — |
| Silver Rail Elementary School Bend | 3.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Amity Creek Elementary School Bend | 4.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Pacific Crest Middle School Bend | 4.7 mi | 7.7 |
| William E Miller Elementary Bend | 4.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Westside Village Magnet School at Kingston Elementary School Bend | 4.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Summit High School Bend | 4.9 mi | 5.2 |
| High Lakes Elementary School Bend | 5.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Highland School at Kenwood Elementary School Bend | 5.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Bend Senior High School Bend | 4.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Bear Creek Elementary School Bend | 5.0 mi | 4.1 |
| High Desert Middle School Bend | 4.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Bend Tech Academy Bend | 5.4 mi | 6.3 |
| COIC - BEND Bend | 5.4 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,094
Median Home Value
$620,600
Median Rent
$1,825/mo
Population
53,114
College Educated
46.4%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gilchrist Elementary School Gilchrist, OR | 7.3 |
| Lundy Elementary School Lowell, OR | 7.3 |
| PORTLAND JEWISH ACADEMY Portland, OR | 7.3 |
| ST LUKE SCHOOL Woodburn, OR | 7.3 |
| Applegate Elementary School Applegate, OR | 7.2 |
| Crane Elementary School Crane, OR | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morning Star Christian School
What grades does Morning Star Christian School serve?
Morning Star Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Morning Star Christian School?
Morning Star Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 135 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morning Star Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Morning Star Christian School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Morning Star Christian School rank in OR?
Morning Star Christian School ranks #44 of 186 private schools in OR.
What is Morning Star Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Morning Star Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Morning Star Christian School a private school?
Yes, Morning Star Christian School 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 Morning Star Christian School a religious school?
Morning Star Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 135
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Deschutes County
- Phone
- (541) 382-5091
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