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#375 of 571 private schools in WI

Valley Christian School

School

3450 VINLAND ST, Oshkosh, WI 54901

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

471

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

471

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wisconsin private schools

#375 of 571

In Oshkosh

#5 of 8

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About Valley Christian School

Valley Christian School is a private school in Oshkosh, WI. Valley Christian School serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #375 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Valley Christian School show 47% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares0.5 pts below WI schools

5.9

This school 5.9 · Average
WI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

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.

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How Valley Christian School compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Oshkosh, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio

17.8:1

This School

12.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

471

This School

414

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.9

This School

5.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.4% vs 0%

Black 2.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 0.8% vs 0%

Asian 0.6% vs 0%

Valley Christian School Oshkosh Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Valley Christian School (this school)	—	471	17.8:1	5.9
Oshkosh Correctional Institution	0.6 mi	1	—:1	—
North High	1.2 mi	1,262	12.3:1	4.2
Oaklawn Elementary	1.6 mi	410	12.8:1	4.9
Vel Phillips Middle School	2.1 mi	811	11.6:1	5.1
Webster Stanley Elementary	2.2 mi	204	7.6:1	5.7
Merrill Elementary	2.2 mi	256	10.2:1	3.8
Read Elementary	2.2 mi	344	11.9:1	4.7
E Cook Elementary	2.4 mi	246	11.7:1	5.1
Roosevelt Elementary	2.5 mi	247	10.7:1	6.0
West High	3.0 mi	1,669	14.9:1	4.8
Oakwood Elementary	3.3 mi	407	15.7:1	7.5
Accelerated Advanced Learning Program	3.5 mi	59	14.8:1	9.0
Tipler Middle	3.5 mi	317	11.7:1	8.5
Ready 4 Learning School	3.5 mi	534	29.7:1	3.4
Washington Elementary	3.6 mi	166	9.2:1	4.2
Franklin Elementary	3.7 mi	317	12.7:1	5.8
Jefferson Elementary	3.8 mi	245	10.2:1	5.8
South Park Middle	4.1 mi	329	9.7:1	5.8
Shapiro STEM Academy	4.4 mi	206	10.3:1	6.1
Traeger Middle	5.3 mi	436	13.2:1	8.4

Showing 20 of 22 schools. View all schools in Oshkosh

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 WI.

Classroom Attention

C- 2.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.8:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.8 / 10

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School Day Length 8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,488

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.4 / 10

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Diversity Index 17%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 471

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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 WI

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.3% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

33.8% (2025 FORWARD)

ELA Proficiency 64.8% (2025 FORWARD)

School

State

35.6% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 8 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 90.4%

Two or More 4.7%

Black 2.8%

Hispanic 0.8%

Asian 0.6%

Native American 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3450 VINLAND ST, Oshkosh, WI 54901

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Valley Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Accelerated Advanced Learning Program (rated 9.0/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tipler Middle (rated 8.5/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOURDES ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oshkosh, see our Oshkosh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Oshkosh Correctional Institution Oshkosh	0.6 mi	1	—
North High Oshkosh	1.2 mi	1,262	4.2
Oaklawn Elementary Oshkosh	1.6 mi	410	4.9
MARTIN LUTHER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oshkosh	1.9 mi	98	5.5
Vel Phillips Middle School Oshkosh	2.1 mi	811	5.1
Read Elementary Oshkosh	2.2 mi	344	4.7
Webster Stanley Elementary Oshkosh	2.2 mi	204	5.7
Merrill Elementary Oshkosh	2.2 mi	256	3.8
Winnebago Mental Health Institution Winnebago	1.9 mi	7	—
Roosevelt Elementary Oshkosh	2.5 mi	247	6.0
E Cook Elementary Oshkosh	2.4 mi	246	5.1
West High Oshkosh	3.0 mi	1,669	4.8
LOURDES ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Oshkosh	3.2 mi	162	7.9
LOURDES ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Oshkosh	3.2 mi	160	6.9
Tipler Middle Oshkosh	3.5 mi	317	8.5
Ready 4 Learning School Oshkosh	3.5 mi	534	3.4
Accelerated Advanced Learning Program Oshkosh	3.5 mi	59	9.0
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oshkosh	3.5 mi	51	7.2
Franklin Elementary Oshkosh	3.7 mi	317	5.8
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oshkosh	3.8 mi	145	5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,734

Median Home Value

$164,000

Median Rent

$932/mo

Population

36,999

College Educated

24.2%

Homeownership

50.4%

Avg Commute

18.2 min

Poverty Rate

18.8%

Median Age

30.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Racine Alternative Learning Racine, WI	360	6.0
CROSS TRAINERS ACADEMY Milwaukee, WI	415	6.2
PACELLI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Stevens Point, WI	553	6.4
SHEBOYGAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sheboygan, WI	365	6.5
ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Wisconsin Rapids, WI	392	6.6
CHRISTIAN LIFE SCHOOL Kenosha, WI	611	5.2

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 12th.

How many students attend Valley Christian School?

Valley Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Valley Christian School is 17.8:1. 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 WI?

Valley Christian School ranks #375 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Valley Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Valley Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Valley Christian School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley Christian School has 47% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

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: 5 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 29 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 471
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 27
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 8 hours
Days Per Year: 186 days
Setting: Small City
County: Winnebago County
Phone: (920) 292-1274

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