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#99 of 186 private schools in OR
Spring Mountain Christian Academy
School
12152 SE MATHER RD, Clackamas, OR 97015
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Oregon private schools
#99 of 186
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About Spring Mountain Christian Academy
Spring Mountain Christian Academy is a private school in Clackamas, OR. Spring Mountain Christian Academy serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Mountain Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 186 private schools in OR.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- OR avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 192 students, Spring Mountain 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 9.8:1 students to teachers, Spring Mountain Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Spring Mountain 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 Spring Mountain Christian Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Clackamas, OR
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Spring Mountain Christian Academy (this school) | 6.3 |
| Clackamas High School | 4.7 |
| Sunnyside Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Rock Creek Middle School | 5.3 |
| Oregon Trail Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Clackamas Web Academy | 6.3 |
| Cascade Heights Public Charter School | 7.6 |
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
12152 SE MATHER RD, Clackamas, OR 97015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spring Mountain Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Happy Valley Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Happy Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cascade Heights Public Charter School (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oregon Trail Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Clackamas, see our Clackamas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 97015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,865
Median Home Value
$491,300
Median Rent
$1,778/mo
Population
24,166
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WILLAMETTE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Salem, OR | 6.2 |
| Siletz Valley Schools Siletz, OR | 6.1 |
| Prospect Charter School Prospect, OR | 6.6 |
| Tigard-Tualatin Virtual Academy Tigard, OR | 5.9 |
| HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hood River, OR | 6.7 |
| Ione Community Charter School Ione, OR | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spring Mountain Christian Academy
What grades does Spring Mountain Christian Academy serve?
Spring Mountain Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Spring Mountain Christian Academy?
Spring Mountain Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Mountain Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Spring Mountain Christian Academy is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Spring Mountain Christian Academy rank in OR?
Spring Mountain Christian Academy ranks #99 of 186 private schools in OR.
What is Spring Mountain Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Spring Mountain Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Spring Mountain Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Spring Mountain 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 Spring Mountain Christian Academy a religious school?
Spring Mountain Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 192
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 150 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Clackamas County
- Phone
- (503) 454-0319
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