New Vision Christian Academy in Alton, IL serves 11 students in grades PK through 8 within a suburban community setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 4:1 supported by 3 teachers, allowing for individualized attention.
Founded with a Pentecostal religious affiliation, it operates as a co–educational alternative school.
The student body represents 100% students of color, ranking the school among the top 20% in Illinois for diversity.
Tuition and enrollment size position New Vision Christian Academy as a small, community–focused option for families seeking a faith–based private school in Alton.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
New Vision Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
11 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are New Vision Christian Academy often compared to?
New Vision Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like St. Mary School, Mid-america Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for New Vision Christian Academy?
The application deadline for New Vision Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to New Vision Christian Academy is Marquette Catholic High School (0.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Mary School (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Mary School
(Catholic)
536 E 3rd St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-8523
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-8523
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 337 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
219 E 4th St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-0580
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-0580
0.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 390 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Center For Children To Heal And Achieve (ccha)
Special Education School
1400 State St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-3594
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-3594
1.4 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 46 students
Mississippi Valley Christian School ![Mississippi Valley Christian School Photo]( "Mississippi Valley Christian School Photo")
(Baptist)
2009 Seminary Street
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 462-1071
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 462-1071
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 86 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Evangelical School
(Christian)
1212 W Homer M Adams Pkwy
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-1599
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-1599
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 317 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
219 E 4th St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-0580
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-0580
0.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 390 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Center For Children To Heal And Achieve (ccha)
Special Education School
1400 State St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-3594
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-3594
1.4 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 46 students
Mississippi Valley Christian School ![Mississippi Valley Christian School Photo]( "Mississippi Valley Christian School Photo")
(Baptist)
2009 Seminary Street
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 462-1071
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 462-1071
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 86 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Mary's School
(Catholic)
1015 Milton Rd
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-9719
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-9719
2.1 miles
Gr: 7-9 | 82 students Tuition listed
Connect Christian School
(Baptist)
1417 Herbert
South Roxana, IL 62087
(618) 254-0188
South Roxana, IL 62087
(618) 254-0188
7 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 34 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Mary School
(Catholic)
536 E 3rd St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-8523
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-8523
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 337 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Center For Children To Heal And Achieve (ccha)
Special Education School
1400 State St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-3594
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-3594
1.4 miles
Gr: 2-12 | 46 students
Mississippi Valley Christian School ![Mississippi Valley Christian School Photo]( "Mississippi Valley Christian School Photo")
(Baptist)
2009 Seminary Street
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 462-1071
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 462-1071
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 86 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Evangelical School
(Christian)
1212 W Homer M Adams Pkwy
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-1599
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-1599
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 317 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
St. Ambrose Catholic School
(Catholic)
822 W Homer Adams Pkwy
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-4216
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-4216
2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 289 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Mary School
(Catholic)
536 E 3rd St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-8523
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 465-8523
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 337 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Mississippi Valley Christian School ![Mississippi Valley Christian School Photo]( "Mississippi Valley Christian School Photo")
(Baptist)
2009 Seminary Street
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 462-1071
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 462-1071
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 86 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Evangelical School
(Christian)
1212 W Homer M Adams Pkwy
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-1599
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-1599
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 317 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
St. Ambrose Catholic School
(Catholic)
822 W Homer Adams Pkwy
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-4216
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 466-4216
2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 289 students
Toddle Towne Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
3839 Humbert Road
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 462-8852
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 462-8852
2.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 53 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Lovejoy Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1043 Tremont St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2057
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2057
1 miles
Gr: K-2 | 230 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
East Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1035 Washington Ave
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2130
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2130
1.1 miles
Gr: 3-5 | 415 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Alton Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2200 College Ave
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 474-2200
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 474-2200
1.2 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,220 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Eunice Smith Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2400 Henry St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2077
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2077
1.4 miles
Gr: K-2 | 188 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
West Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1513 State St
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2134
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-2134
1.5 miles
Gr: 2-5 | 407 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
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