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#348 of 381 private schools in WA

Lynden Christian Schools: Administration

School

515 DRAYTON ST, Lynden, WA 98264

Private

Enrollment

1,201

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#348 of 381

In Lynden

#1 of 2

public schools

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Lynden Christian Schools: Administration

4.6/10

School in Lynden · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lynden High School

6.1/10

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Isom Elementary School

6.3/10

0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Lynden Christian Schools: Administration

Lynden Christian Schools: Administration is a private school in Lynden, WA. Lynden Christian Schools: Administration serves approximately 1,201 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lynden Christian Schools: Administration has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #348 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares1.8 pts below WA schools
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • WA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Lynden Christian Schools: Administration 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 Lynden Christian Schools: Administration compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Lynden, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
This School
vs
21.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
1,201
This School
vs
489
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.6
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.8% vs 0%
Asian 3.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.1% vs 0%
Black 1.8% vs 0%
Lynden Christian Schools: Administration Lynden Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Lynden Christian Schools: Administration (this school) 4.6
Lynden High School 6.1
Isom Elementary School 6.3
Fisher Elementary School 4.6
Vossbeck Elementary School 7.6
Lynden Student Services 5.1
Lynden Middle School 6.4
Lynden Academy 5.0
Meridian Middle School 6.0

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,149.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 27%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
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Enrollment 1,201
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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 84.8%
Two or More 6.0%
Asian 3.4%
Hispanic 3.1%
Black 1.8%
Native American 0.6%
Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

515 DRAYTON ST, Lynden, WA 98264

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lynden Christian Schools: Administration may also want to explore other schools in the area. Vossbeck Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nooksack Valley High School (rated 7.3/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Everson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nooksack Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Everson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lynden, see our Lynden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Lynden High School Lynden 0.8 mi 6.1
Isom Elementary School Lynden 0.9 mi 6.3
Lynden Student Services Lynden 1.1 mi 5.1
Vossbeck Elementary School Lynden 1.1 mi 7.6
Fisher Elementary School Lynden 1.1 mi 4.6
Lynden Middle School Lynden 1.4 mi 6.4
Lynden Academy Lynden 1.7 mi 5.0
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lynden 2.3 mi
EBENEZER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lynden 2.9 mi 3.8
Meridian Middle School Lynden 5.5 mi 6.0
Irene Reither Elementary School Everson 5.8 mi 5.2
Everson Elementary Everson 4.7 mi 6.6
Meridian High School Bellingham 6.8 mi 5.3
Meridian Special Programs Bellingham 6.8 mi
Meridian Parent Partnership Program Bellingham 6.8 mi 6.1
Nooksack Valley Middle School Everson 5.7 mi 6.1
Nooksack Valley High School Everson 6.3 mi 7.3
Nooksack Valley Special Services Everson 6.3 mi
Nooksack Reengagement Nooksack 6.3 mi
Nooksack Elementary Everson 6.5 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98264 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,225

Median Home Value

$538,100

Median Rent

$1,611/mo

Population

22,365

College Educated

25.2%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

37.1

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BELLEVUE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clyde Hill, WA 4.3
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KINGS WAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Vancouver, WA 3.9
Spokane International Academy Spokane, WA 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lynden Christian Schools: Administration

What grades does Lynden Christian Schools: Administration serve?

Lynden Christian Schools: Administration serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Lynden Christian Schools: Administration?

Lynden Christian Schools: Administration has an enrollment of approximately 1,201 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lynden Christian Schools: Administration?

The student-teacher ratio at Lynden Christian Schools: Administration is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Lynden Christian Schools: Administration rank in WA?

Lynden Christian Schools: Administration ranks #348 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Lynden Christian Schools: Administration's MySchoolScout rating?

Lynden Christian Schools: Administration has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Lynden Christian Schools: Administration a private school?

Yes, Lynden Christian Schools: Administration 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 Lynden Christian Schools: Administration a religious school?

Lynden Christian Schools: Administration has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,201
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
104
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
169 days
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Whatcom County

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