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#185 of 381 private schools in WA

Top 48% of private schools

Christ the Teacher Catholic School

Elementary School

5508 W CHESTNUT AVE, Yakima, WA 98908

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

197

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

197

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#185 of 381

In Yakima

#5 of 5

public schools

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About Christ the Teacher Catholic School

Christ the Teacher Catholic School is a private elementary school in Yakima, WA. Christ the Teacher Catholic School serves approximately 197 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Christ the Teacher Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #185 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares0.4 pts below WA schools

6.4

This school 6.4 · Average
WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 197 students, Christ the Teacher Catholic 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.

Christ the Teacher Catholic 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 Christ the Teacher Catholic School compares to 34 public schools serving similar grades in Yakima, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio

14.1:1

This School

15.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

197

This School

458

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.4

This School

7.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 49.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 24.9% vs 0%

Black 19.8% vs 0%

Christ the Teacher Catholic School Yakima Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Christ the Teacher Catholic School (this school)	—	197	14.1:1	6.4
Summitview Elementary	0.5 mi	492	16.4:1	6.5
Wilson Middle School	0.9 mi	837	19:1	5.7
Gilbert Elementary School	0.9 mi	416	13.4:1	7.5
Whitney Elementary	0.9 mi	424	13.2:1	7.5
Wide Hollow Elementary	1.3 mi	443	16.4:1	6.2
K-8 Learning Lab	1.3 mi	122	—:1	4.0
Nob Hill Elementary School	1.4 mi	380	14.1:1	8.0
Robertson Elementary	1.8 mi	471	13.9:1	8.5
West Valley Mid-Level Campus	1.9 mi	1,165	19.1:1	7.2
Apple Valley Elementary	2.0 mi	454	15.7:1	9.0
Franklin Middle School	2.2 mi	850	18.5:1	6.5
Mcclure Elementary School	2.2 mi	544	14.3:1	6.9
Roosevelt Elementary School	2.3 mi	473	13.9:1	8.1
Juvenile Detention Center	2.5 mi	11	3.7:1	—
Ridgeview Group Home	2.5 mi	3	3:1	—
Cottonwood Elementary School	2.6 mi	368	16.7:1	8.6
Mckinley Elementary School	2.7 mi	412	13.7:1	6.1
West Valley Innovation Center	2.9 mi	191	19.1:1	4.3
WEST VALLEY VIRTUAL ACADEMY 7-8	2.9 mi	24	—:1	—
WEST VALLEY VIRTUAL ACADEMY K-6	2.9 mi	24	—:1	—

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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 WA.

Classroom Attention

C+ 4.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.1:1

Instructional Commitment

B 5.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,170

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 63%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 197

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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 WA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 49.7%

Hispanic 24.9%

Black 19.8%

Native American 3.0%

Two or More 2.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5508 W CHESTNUT AVE, Yakima, WA 98908

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Christ the Teacher Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Apple Valley Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robertson Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roosevelt Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yakima, see our Yakima schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Summitview Elementary Yakima	0.5 mi	492	6.5
Wilson Middle School Yakima	0.9 mi	837	5.7
Gilbert Elementary School Yakima	0.9 mi	416	7.5
Eisenhower High School Yakima	0.8 mi	2,315	3.9
Whitney Elementary Yakima	0.9 mi	424	7.5
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF YAKIMA Yakima	1.0 mi	52	6.6
YAKIMA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yakima	1.6 mi	77	7.0
K-8 Learning Lab Yakima	1.3 mi	122	4.0
Wide Hollow Elementary Yakima	1.3 mi	443	6.2
WEST CHESTNUT ACADEMY Yakima	1.3 mi	118	8.5
Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital dba Children's Village Yakima	1.6 mi	1	—
Nob Hill Elementary School Yakima	1.4 mi	380	8.0
West Valley Mid-Level Campus Yakima	1.9 mi	1,165	7.2
Robertson Elementary Yakima	1.8 mi	471	8.5
Discovery Early Learning Center Yakima	2.0 mi	235	6.0
Apple Valley Elementary Yakima	2.0 mi	454	9.0
Mcclure Elementary School Yakima	2.2 mi	544	6.9
Franklin Middle School Yakima	2.2 mi	850	6.5
Roosevelt Elementary School Yakima	2.3 mi	473	8.1
Juvenile Detention Center Yakima	2.5 mi	11	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98908 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,266

Median Home Value

$356,900

Median Rent

$1,302/mo

Population

37,921

College Educated

32.8%

Homeownership

69.6%

Avg Commute

19.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

39.9

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HOLY FAMILY PARISH SCHOOL Kirkland, WA	249	6.4
Mt View Elementary Edgewood, WA	262	6.4
Nine Mile Falls Elementary Nine Mile Falls, WA	122	6.4
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Vancouver, WA	180	6.4
Roosevelt Elementary School Tacoma, WA	247	6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Christ the Teacher Catholic School

What grades does Christ the Teacher Catholic School serve?

Christ the Teacher Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Christ the Teacher Catholic School?

Christ the Teacher Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 197 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Christ the Teacher Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Christ the Teacher Catholic School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Christ the Teacher Catholic School rank in WA?

Christ the Teacher Catholic School ranks #185 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Christ the Teacher Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Christ the Teacher Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Christ the Teacher Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Christ the Teacher Catholic School 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 Christ the Teacher Catholic School a religious school?

Christ the Teacher Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 29 Some Transit
Bike Score: 46 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 197
Gender Split: 76% M / 24% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 14
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Yakima County
Phone: (509) 575-5604

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