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#104 of 186 private schools in OR

Willamette Valley Christian School

School

9075 PUEBLO AVE NE, Salem, OR 97305

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

207

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

207

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Oregon private schools

#104 of 186

In Salem

#6 of 13

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About Willamette Valley Christian School

Willamette Valley Christian School is a private school in Salem, OR. Willamette Valley Christian School serves approximately 207 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Willamette Valley Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #104 of 186 private schools in OR.

How it comparesOn par with OR schools

6.2

This school 6.2 · Average
OR avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Willamette Valley 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.

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How Willamette Valley Christian School compares to 58 public schools serving similar grades in Salem, OR

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.6:1

This School

23.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

207

This School

566

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.2

This School

4.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 7.7% vs 0%

Black 4.3% vs 0%

Asian 1.4% vs 0%

Willamette Valley Christian School Salem Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Willamette Valley Christian School (this school)	—	207	12.6:1	6.2
Valley Inquiry Charter School	3.0 mi	164	41:1	5.9
Chemawa Indian School	3.7 mi	210	12.4:1	—
Hammond Elementary School	3.8 mi	461	20:1	3.7
Stephens Middle School	4.1 mi	1,041	20.8:1	2.6
Yoshikai Elementary School	4.5 mi	483	18.6:1	3.8
Hayesville Elementary School	4.6 mi	439	19.1:1	3.2
Lamb Elementary School	5.1 mi	430	21.5:1	3.1
Hallman Elementary School	5.3 mi	356	17.8:1	3.0
Early College High School	5.3 mi	198	16.5:1	9.7
Scott Elementary School	5.7 mi	521	19.3:1	4.6
Washington Elementary School	6.2 mi	363	16.5:1	3.5
Cesar E Chavez Elementary	6.3 mi	489	18.1:1	5.0
Waldo Middle School	6.4 mi	1,035	18.5:1	4.4
McKay High School	6.5 mi	2,299	23:1	2.8
Eagle Charter School	6.6 mi	152	21.7:1	8.8
Oregon School for the Deaf	6.6 mi	94	4.5:1	5.0
Jane Goodall Environmental Middle Charter School	6.6 mi	94	18.8:1	7.7
Swegle Elementary School	6.9 mi	505	19.4:1	3.7
Highland Elementary School	7.1 mi	294	18.4:1	3.7
Pratum Elementary School	7.4 mi	67	22.3:1	8.4

Showing 20 of 58 schools. View all schools in Salem

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

B 6.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.6:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 5.3 / 10

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School Day Length 7.1 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,157.3

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 5.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 24%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 207

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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)

White 86.5%

Hispanic 7.7%

Black 4.3%

Asian 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

9075 PUEBLO AVE NE, Salem, OR 97305

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Willamette Valley Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Early College High School (rated 9.7/10, 5.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frontier Charter Academy (rated 9.2/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Gervais), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gervais Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Gervais), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salem, see our Salem schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Valley Inquiry Charter School Salem	3.0 mi	164	5.9
Hammond Elementary School Salem	3.8 mi	461	3.7
Chemawa Indian School Salem	3.7 mi	210	—
Stephens Middle School Salem	4.1 mi	1,041	2.6
Optimum Learning Environment Charter School Keizer	3.2 mi	129	5.2
Forest Ridge Elementary School Keizer	3.2 mi	218	4.9
Gubser Elementary School Keizer	3.6 mi	408	3.9
Yoshikai Elementary School Salem	4.5 mi	483	3.8
Clear Lake Elementary School Keizer	3.4 mi	334	5.6
Hayesville Elementary School Salem	4.6 mi	439	3.2
Whiteaker Middle School Keizer	3.9 mi	732	5.0
Kennedy Elementary School Keizer	4.4 mi	353	4.9
Lamb Elementary School Salem	5.1 mi	430	3.1
Early College High School Salem	5.3 mi	198	9.7
Hallman Elementary School Salem	5.3 mi	356	3.0
Frontier Charter Academy Gervais	4.9 mi	387	9.2
Gervais Elementary School Gervais	4.9 mi	376	7.7
Scott Elementary School Salem	5.7 mi	521	4.6
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gervais	5.0 mi	81	5.7
Weddle Elementary School Keizer	5.1 mi	347	2.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 97305 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,581

Median Home Value

$339,100

Median Rent

$1,386/mo

Population

45,044

College Educated

16.4%

Homeownership

52.4%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

19.8%

Median Age

31.7

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SPRING MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clackamas, OR	192	6.3
Siletz Valley Schools Siletz, OR	235	6.1
VALOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL Beaverton, OR	287	6.4
Prospect Charter School Prospect, OR	220	6.6
Dallas Community Charter Dallas, OR	258	5.7
HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hood River, OR	220	6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Willamette Valley Christian School

What grades does Willamette Valley Christian School serve?

Willamette Valley Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Willamette Valley Christian School?

Willamette Valley Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 207 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Willamette Valley Christian School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Willamette Valley Christian School rank in OR?

Willamette Valley Christian School ranks #104 of 186 private schools in OR.

What is Willamette Valley Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Willamette Valley Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Willamette Valley Christian School a private school?

Yes, Willamette Valley 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 Willamette Valley Christian School a religious school?

Willamette Valley Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 35 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 207
Gender Split: 56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 16
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7.1 hours
Days Per Year: 163 days
Setting: Midsize Suburb
County: Marion County
Phone: (503) 393-5236

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