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#35 of 54 private schools in VT

United Christian Academy

School

65 SCHOOL ST, Newport, VT 05855

Private

Enrollment

59

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 11th

Data vintage2021-22

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United Christian Academy

6.0/10

School in Newport · grades Kindergarten – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

North Country Union High School

4.8/10

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4.7/10

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About United Christian Academy

United Christian Academy is a private school in Newport, VT. United Christian Academy serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. United Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 54 private schools in VT.

How it compares0.3 pts below VT schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • VT avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 59 students, United 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 8.6:1 students to teachers, United Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

United 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

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How United Christian Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Newport, VT

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
This School
vs
9.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
59
This School
vs
499
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
4.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.1% vs 0%
Black 3.4% vs 0%
United Christian Academy Newport Public Avg

All Schools in Newport

School Rating
United Christian Academy (this school) 6.0
North Country Union High School 4.8
Newport City Elementary School 4.7

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 VT.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 16%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 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 VT

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 91.5%
Hispanic 5.1%
Black 3.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

65 SCHOOL ST, Newport, VT 05855

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering United Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Lowell Graded School (rated 7.6/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Lowell), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brownington Central School (rated 7.4/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Brownington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PAULS SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Barton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newport, see our Newport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.1 mi
School Distance Rating
North Country Union High School Newport 0.9 mi 4.8
Newport City Elementary School Newport 1.2 mi 4.7
North Country Union Junior High School Derby 4.1 mi 6.0
Coventry Village School Coventry 5.7 mi 3.6
Newport Town School Newport Center 4.7 mi 4.9
Derby Elementary School Derby Line 6.5 mi 3.7
Orleans Elementary School Orleans 8.7 mi 3.7
Brownington Central School Brownington 8.8 mi 7.4
Irasburg Village School Irasburg 9.6 mi 2.7
Lake Region Union High School Orleans 10.6 mi 6.6
Barton Graded School Barton 13.0 mi 3.5
ST PAULS SCHOOL Barton 13.1 mi 7.3
TURNING POINTS SCHOOL Morgan 9.9 mi
Troy School North Troy 10.3 mi 4.4
Charleston Elementary School West Charleston 11.4 mi 4.4
Jay/Westfield Joint Elementary School Jay 10.9 mi 5.5
Glover Community School Glover 15.9 mi 5.9
Albany Community School Albany 15.8 mi 3.9
Lowell Graded School Lowell 14.6 mi 7.6
Craftsbury Schools Craftsbury Common 21.1 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 05855 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,611

Median Home Value

$194,200

Median Rent

$866/mo

Population

7,576

College Educated

25.2%

Homeownership

69.7%

Avg Commute

19.7 min

Poverty Rate

14.8%

Median Age

43.4

Similar Schools

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School Rating
KINDLE FARM SCHOOL Newfane, VT 5.9
RUTLAND AREA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rutland, VT 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about United Christian Academy

What grades does United Christian Academy serve?

United Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.

How many students attend United Christian Academy?

United Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at United Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at United Christian Academy is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does United Christian Academy rank in VT?

United Christian Academy ranks #35 of 54 private schools in VT.

What is United Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

United Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is United Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, United Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is United Christian Academy a religious school?

United Christian Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
59
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Orleans County

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