Valley Christian Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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About the School

Valley Christian Academy in Roseville, CA, serves 322 co–ed students from preschool (PK) through 12th grade in a suburban community setting.
Founded in 1979, the school is affiliated with the Baptist religion and accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 with an average class size of 20 and employs 19 teachers, 3% of whom have advanced degrees.
Approximately 31% of the student body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, reflecting community diversity.
Valley Christian Academy offers two Advanced Placement (AP) courses and provides summer school programs for additional academic support.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 322 students
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Valley Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Valley Christian Academy
Nursery	20
Pre-K	36
Kind	21
1	12
2	21
3	18
4	14
5	18
6	18
7	9
8	18
9	38
10	31
11	26
12	22

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Year Founded

1979

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

322 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

31%

State avg.: 52%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

19 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

Average Class Size

20 students

Number of AP Courses

2 courses

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Khaki pants and turn down collar; khaki pants and modest tops

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Range: $645 tuition & full-time daycare Range: K5-12th; $400 to $530

Admissions Director

Kathy Gunter

Admissions Associate

Mark Gunter

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringFlag Football

FootballGolf

SoftballVolleyball

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Valley Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Adventure Christian School by visitors of our site.

What sports does Valley Christian Academy offer?

Valley Christian Academy offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Softball and Volleyball.

What is Valley Christian Academy's ranking?

Valley Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Valley Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Valley Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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High School First Day of School

September 08, 2026 (Tuesday)

Preschool - Middle School First Day of School

September 08, 2026 (Tuesday)

Thanksgiving Break

November 23, 2026 (Monday)

Thanksgiving Break

November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)

Thanksgiving Break

November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

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The average private school tuition in Placer County, CA is $14,872 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Placer County, CA is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).