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#86 of 381 private schools in WA

Top 22% of private schools

Valley Christian School

School

1312 2ND ST SE, Auburn, WA 98002

Private

Enrollment

131

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 9th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#86 of 381

In Auburn

#4 of 6

public schools

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Valley Christian School

7.3/10

School in Auburn · grades Pre-K – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Auburn Senior High School

3.7/10

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5.0/10

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About Valley Christian School

Valley Christian School is a private school in Auburn, WA. Valley Christian School serves approximately 131 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #86 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares0.9 pts above WA schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • WA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 131 students, Valley Christian 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 9.5:1 students to teachers, Valley Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Valley Christian 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 Valley Christian School compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Auburn, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
This School
vs
16.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
131
This School
vs
690
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 69.5% vs 0%
Asian 9.9% vs 0%
Black 5.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.8% vs 0%
Valley Christian School Auburn Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Valley Christian School (this school) 7.3
Auburn Senior High School 3.7
Washington Elementary School 5.0
Special Ed School
Terminal Park Elementary School 6.3
Dick Scobee Elementary School 3.6
Auburn Opportunity Project 6.7
Olympic Middle School 4.5
Pioneer Elementary School 3.8
Cascade Middle School 5.3
Chinook Elementary School 5.3
Rainier Middle School 3.8
Gildo Rey Elementary School 4.6
Hazelwood Elementary School 6.0
Lea Hill Elementary School 5.2
Mt Baker Middle School 5.1
Willow Crest Elementary 9.0
Evergreen Heights Elementary 7.0
Auburn Riverside High School 5.7
Ilalko Elementary School 5.0
Meredith Hill Elementary School 4.0

Showing 20 of 33 schools. View all schools in Auburn

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+ 7.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,203.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 48%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 131
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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 69.5%
Asian 9.9%
Two or More 9.9%
Black 5.3%
Hispanic 3.8%
Native American 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1312 2ND ST SE, Auburn, WA 98002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Valley Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Auburn Opportunity Project (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Terminal Park Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Auburn, see our Auburn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Auburn Senior High School Auburn 0.5 mi 3.7
Washington Elementary School Auburn 0.5 mi 5.0
Special Ed School Auburn 0.6 mi
Dick Scobee Elementary School Auburn 1.0 mi 3.6
Terminal Park Elementary School Auburn 0.9 mi 6.3
Olympic Middle School Auburn 1.1 mi 4.5
HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Auburn 1.0 mi 7.4
Pioneer Elementary School Auburn 1.3 mi 3.8
Cascade Middle School Auburn 1.6 mi 5.3
Auburn Opportunity Project Auburn 1.1 mi 6.7
Gildo Rey Elementary School Auburn 1.9 mi 4.6
Mt Baker Middle School Auburn 2.2 mi 5.1
Rainier Middle School Auburn 1.9 mi 3.8
Chinook Elementary School Auburn 1.8 mi 5.3
Hazelwood Elementary School Auburn 2.0 mi 6.0
Auburn Riverside High School Auburn 2.7 mi 5.7
Lea Hill Elementary School Auburn 2.1 mi 5.2
Ilalko Elementary School Auburn 3.0 mi 5.0
RAINIER CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS-KENT VIEW ELEMENTARY Auburn 3.2 mi 6.0
Meadow Ridge Elementary School Kent 3.3 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,714

Median Home Value

$397,700

Median Rent

$1,613/mo

Population

37,284

College Educated

18.1%

Homeownership

49.8%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

35.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Valley Christian School

What grades does Valley Christian School serve?

Valley Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.

How many students attend Valley Christian School?

Valley Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 131 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Valley Christian School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Valley Christian School rank in WA?

Valley Christian School ranks #86 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Valley Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Valley Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Valley Christian School a private school?

Yes, Valley Christian 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 Valley Christian School a religious school?

Valley Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
131
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Small City
County
King County

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