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#48 of 381 private schools in WA

Top 12% of private schools

The Paramount Christian Academy School

Elementary School

6646 PACIFIC AVE SE, Lacey, WA 98503

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

7.8:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

7.8:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#48 of 381

In Lacey

#3 of 9

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About The Paramount Christian Academy School

The Paramount Christian Academy School is a private elementary school in Lacey, WA. The Paramount Christian Academy School serves approximately 78 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The Paramount Christian Academy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #48 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares0.9 pts above WA schools

7.7

This school 7.7 · Very Good
WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 78 students, The Paramount Christian Academy 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.

At 7.8:1 students to teachers, The Paramount Christian Academy School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Paramount Christian Academy 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The Paramount Christian Academy School compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Lacey, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio

7.8:1

This School

17.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

534

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.7

This School

6.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 33.3% vs 0%

Black 21.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 9% vs 0%

Asian 6.4% vs 0%

The Paramount Christian Academy School Lacey Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
The Paramount Christian Academy School (this school)	—	78	7.8:1	7.7
Lydia Hawk Elementary	0.9 mi	499	13.9:1	5.9
Lacey Elementary	0.9 mi	373	14.3:1	5.0
Nisqually Middle School	1.3 mi	815	18.1:1	5.3
Seven Oaks Elementary	1.3 mi	430	15.9:1	6.7
Olympic View Elementary	1.4 mi	609	16.9:1	6.8
Summit VIrtual Academy	1.6 mi	365	20.3:1	2.7
Mountain View Elementary	1.6 mi	728	16.9:1	6.2
Chinook Middle School	1.8 mi	710	18.2:1	6.0
Ignite Family Academy	2.1 mi	93	23.2:1	7.3
Pleasant Glade Elementary	2.1 mi	507	14.9:1	8.4
Evergreen Forest Elementary	2.2 mi	479	16.5:1	7.3
Komachin Middle School	2.2 mi	642	19.5:1	6.4
Lakes Elementary School	2.5 mi	500	17.2:1	6.8
Meadows Elementary	2.5 mi	735	17.9:1	8.8
Woodland Elementary	2.5 mi	460	16.4:1	7.8
Aspire Middle School	2.8 mi	306	20.4:1	6.4
Salish Middle School	3.2 mi	787	20.2:1	3.9
Chambers Prairie Elementary School	3.5 mi	494	16.5:1	6.8
South Bay Elementary	3.6 mi	587	17.3:1	7.5
Horizons Elementary	4.1 mi	561	17.5:1	7.4

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

A- 8.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.8:1

Instructional Commitment

B 5.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,170

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 77%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 5.1 / 10

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Enrollment 78

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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 33.3%

Black 21.8%

Two or More 20.5%

Hispanic 9.0%

Asian 6.4%

Pacific Islander 5.1%

Native American 3.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6646 PACIFIC AVE SE, Lacey, WA 98503

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Paramount Christian Academy School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pleasant Glade Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lacey, see our Lacey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lacey	0.0 mi	69	8.0
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lacey	0.4 mi	110	7.2
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lacey	0.4 mi	126	6.0
Lacey Elementary Lacey	0.9 mi	373	5.0
POPE JOHN PAUL II HIGH SCHOOL Lacey	0.8 mi	108	7.5
Lydia Hawk Elementary Lacey	0.9 mi	499	5.9
HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Lacey	1.2 mi	139	8.2
Olympic View Elementary Lacey	1.4 mi	609	6.8
Seven Oaks Elementary Lacey	1.3 mi	430	6.7
Nisqually Middle School Lacey	1.3 mi	815	5.3
NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Lacey	1.4 mi	98	7.5
NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lacey	1.5 mi	221	6.3
Mountain View Elementary Lacey	1.6 mi	728	6.2
Summit VIrtual Academy Lacey	1.6 mi	365	2.7
Envision Career Academy Lacey	1.7 mi	155	4.7
Timberline High School Lacey	2.3 mi	1,426	6.7
Chinook Middle School Lacey	1.8 mi	710	6.0
Lakes Elementary School Lacey	2.5 mi	500	6.8
Pleasant Glade Elementary Lacey	2.1 mi	507	8.4
Woodland Elementary Lacey	2.5 mi	460	7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,515

Median Home Value

$407,700

Median Rent

$1,673/mo

Population

42,189

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

58.7%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

40.6

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ST MARY SCHOOL Aberdeen, WA	106	7.7
BRIGHT WATER WALDORF SCHOOL Seattle, WA	66	7.8
NORTH SEATTLE FRENCH SCHOOL Seattle, WA	68	7.8
ST MARK CATHOLIC CLASSICAL SCHOOL Shoreline, WA	100	7.8
NEWPORT CHILDREN'S SCHOOL, INC. Bellevue, WA	75	7.6
NORTHWEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Seattle, WA	57	7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Paramount Christian Academy School

What grades does The Paramount Christian Academy School serve?

The Paramount Christian Academy School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend The Paramount Christian Academy School?

The Paramount Christian Academy School has an enrollment of approximately 78 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Paramount Christian Academy School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Paramount Christian Academy School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Paramount Christian Academy School rank in WA?

The Paramount Christian Academy School ranks #48 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is The Paramount Christian Academy School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Paramount Christian Academy School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Paramount Christian Academy School a private school?

Yes, The Paramount Christian Academy 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 The Paramount Christian Academy School a religious school?

The Paramount Christian Academy School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 38 Some Transit
Bike Score: 66 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 78
Gender Split: 69% M / 31% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 10
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize Suburb
County: Thurston County
Phone: (360) 280-8171

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