Valley Christian School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Valley Christian School in Spokane, WA serves 394 co–educational students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a midsize city setting.
Founded in 1975, this Christian–affiliated private school has a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average class size of 17.
The school employs 28 teachers, 90% of whom hold advanced degrees, and offers three Advanced Placement courses.
Annual tuition is $5,800, with 30% of students receiving financial aid and an acceptance rate of 99%.
Valley Christian School provides summer school programs and follows a casual dress code.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked WA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 394 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,800
Acceptance rate: 99%
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Valley Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Valley Christian School
Pre-K	25
Kind	40
1	46
2	28
3	37
4	33
5	16
6	49
7	30
8	18
9	31
10	18
11	15
12	8

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1975

Colors

White, Black, Blue, Grey

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

394 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

10%

State avg.: 32%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

28 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

17 students

Number of AP Courses

3 courses

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Daily business casual wear; Wed. Chapel girls skirts, dresses, boys shirts/ties; Fri. Spirit wear jeans w/spirit shirt

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,800

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Tuition Notes

$6000 is the average; tuition varies from full time Pre-Kindergarten $1910 to Grade 12 $7190

% on Financial Aid

30%

Acceptance Rate

99%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Heidi Santone

Admissions Associate

Rachel Dryer

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

SoccerTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Engineering ClubKnowledge Bowl

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubRobotics Club

School Notes

School Mascot: Panthers

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Valley Christian School cost?

Valley Christian School's tuition is approximately $5,800 for private students.

What schools are Valley Christian School often compared to?

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

What is the acceptance rate of Valley Christian School?

The acceptance rate of Valley Christian School is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 82%.

What sports does Valley Christian School offer?

Valley Christian School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Valley Christian School's ranking?

Valley Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Valley Christian School?

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

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 3/7/2020

Our kids have been here for 5 years now. A first rate education. This is a wonderful safe school. With caring teachers and staff. A school were God's word is embraced IIN each and every class. I also love the community service projects that we do. In a world that focuses on "self", It teaches our kids how to help serve, showing the true compassion and love of Christ.- J Hansen.

- Posted by Parent - J Hansen

5 3/14/2019

A caring, Christ-centered school that provides solid academics and a biblical foundation for life. In addition to being a parent of four students, I am also a proud alumni. I'm so grateful for the ministry of this school and the impact it has on young lives.

- Posted by Parent - L. Craciun

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Spokane, WA is $7,426 for elementary schools and $10,403 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Spokane, WA is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).