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#276 of 381 private schools in WA
Spokane Christian Academy
Elementary School · Spokane, WA
A private elementary school in Spokane, WA serving grades Pre-K – 8th.
8909 E BIGELOW GULCH RD, Spokane, WA 99217
- 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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 WA.
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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
Most recent published year. School vs. WA average.
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Where Spokane Christian Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 3Car-Dependent
- Bike 24Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: High5,571/100K
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Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$71,807
Median home value
$329,300
Median rent
$1,267/mo
College educated
25%
Homeownership
67.9%
Poverty rate
12%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 99217; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Prairie ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 6.2 | K–7 | 1.3 mi | 74 | Compare → |
| Pasadena Park ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 6.4 | 1–5 | 1.8 mi | 353 | Compare → |
| St Michael's AcademyPrivate · tuition | 7.5private | K–12 | 2.5 mi | 124 | Compare → |
| Millwood Kindergarten CenterEnrollment path unverified | 6.9 | K | 2.8 mi | 180 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
Spokane Christian Academy is listed in Spokane, WA; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Spokane Christian Academy
Spokane Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Spokane, WA, serving approximately 96 students in grades Pre-K-8th with a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #276 of 381 private schools in WA.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Spokane Christian Academy
What grades does Spokane Christian Academy serve?
Spokane Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Spokane Christian Academy?
Spokane Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spokane Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Spokane Christian Academy is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Spokane Christian Academy rank in WA?
Spokane Christian Academy ranks #276 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Spokane Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Spokane Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Spokane Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Spokane Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Spokane Christian Academy a religious school?
Spokane Christian Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 96
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Spokane County
- Phone
- (509) 924-4888
- Area population (ZIP 99217)
- 19,893
- Area average commute
- 22.3 min
- Area median age
- 38.9
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 99217; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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