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#84 of 571 private schools in WI

Top 15% of private schools

Valley Christian School

School

933A 248TH ST, Osceola, WI 54020

Private

Enrollment

123

Student-Teacher

7.7:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#84 of 571

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Valley Christian School

7.7/10

School in Osceola · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.4/10

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6.2/10

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About Valley Christian School

Valley Christian School is a private school in Osceola, WI. Valley Christian School serves approximately 123 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #84 of 571 private schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Valley Christian School show 24% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

How it compares1.3 pts above WI schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • WI avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 123 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 7.7:1 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 the 4 public schools in Osceola, WI

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.7:1
This School
vs
12.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
123
This School
vs
340
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
7.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 96.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.3% vs 0%
Valley Christian School Osceola Public Avg

All Schools in Osceola

School Rating
Valley Christian School (this school) 7.7
Osceola Intermediate 8.4
Osceola High 6.2
Osceola Middle 8.8
Osceola Elementary 7.6

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,296
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 6%
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
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Enrollment 123
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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 24.4% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
47.7% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 43.1% (2025 FORWARD)
School
State
47.8% (2025 FORWARD)

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

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 96.7%
Hispanic 3.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

933A 248TH ST, Osceola, WI 54020

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Valley Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Saint Croix Falls Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Saint Croix Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is Osceola Middle (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Osceola Intermediate (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Osceola, see our Osceola schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Osceola Intermediate Osceola 1.1 mi 8.4
Osceola High Osceola 1.2 mi 6.2
Osceola Middle Osceola 1.4 mi 8.8
Osceola Elementary Osceola 1.7 mi 7.6
Dresser Elementary Saint Croix Falls 1.9 mi 4.4
TAYLORS FALLS ELEMENTARY Chisago City 4.4 mi 4.8
Saint Croix Falls High Saint Croix Falls 4.6 mi 6.1
Saint Croix Falls Middle Saint Croix Falls 4.6 mi 7.7
Saint Croix Falls Elementary Saint Croix Falls 4.8 mi 9.6
Skillbuilding Opportunities for Aca Lindstrom 8.4 mi
Pathway to Change Lindstrom 8.4 mi
CHISAGO LAKES MIDDLE Lindstrom 8.4 mi 5.5
Scandia Elementary Scandia 9.4 mi 5.7
Marine Village School Marine On St. Croix 11.1 mi 4.2
CHISAGO LAKES SENIOR HIGH Chisago City 8.8 mi 6.5
CHISAGO LAKES EL. Chisago City 10.5 mi 6.0
CHISAGO LAKES FAMILY CENTER Chisago City 10.5 mi
ST ANNE'S SCHOOL Somerset 15.0 mi 6.6
TRIO WOLF CREEK DISTANCE LEARNING Chisago City 11.3 mi 5.5
Somerset Elementary Somerset 16.0 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,833

Median Home Value

$262,100

Median Rent

$1,058/mo

Population

7,729

College Educated

29.1%

Homeownership

76.7%

Avg Commute

32.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

43.4

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School Rating
FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Williams Bay, WI 7.7
FOND DU LAC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fond Du Lac, WI 7.8
ARISE Virtual Academy Janesville, WI 7.6
JOURNEYS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hales Corners, WI 7.6
SONNENBERG SCHOOL Mount Pleasant, WI 7.5
EAGLE SCHOOLS Richland Center, WI 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Valley Christian School

What grades does Valley Christian School serve?

Valley Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Valley Christian School?

Valley Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 123 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Valley Christian School is 7.7:1. 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 #84 of 571 private schools in WI.

What is Valley Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Valley Christian 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.

What are the test scores at Valley Christian School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley Christian School has 24% math proficiency (2025 FORWARD) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 FORWARD).

Is Valley Christian School a private school?

Yes, Valley Christian School 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 Valley Christian School a religious school?

Valley Christian School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
1 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
123
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Polk County

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