Valley Christian Schools service Christian students from over 100 different churches in the city and suburbs.
VCS is a chartered private school with the state of Ohio.
Valley Christian School exists as a healthy, faith-based educational system to transform the lives of students through love, discipline, and service.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Valley Christian School - The Lewis Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Autism, Mild to Moderate disabilities
Year Founded
1975
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
138 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
5%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
3 courses
Advanced Courses
AP EconomicsAP Literature
AP Science
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform style slacks and polos
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition rates vary based upon the grade level of the student and number of students from the same family attending.
% on Financial Aid
4%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,500
Admissions Director
Shelley Murray
Admissions Associate
Melanie Emerson
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
AcademicFine
NationalPraise
SpeechSpirit
StudentVideo
School Notes
- School Motto: Love More. Expect More. Be More.
- Highly Qualified Teachers
- State Aligned Curriculum
- Faith & Learning Integrated in all subjects
- Individual attention for all students with small class sizes
- Brand new, state-of-the-art high school facility
- Smartboard technology in every classroom
- Learner Response System in each classroom
- Ipads and laptop computers available for classroom use
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Valley Christian School - The Lewis Center often compared to?
Valley Christian School - The Lewis Center is often viewed alongside schools like Cardinal Mooney High School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Valley Christian School - The Lewis Center offer?
Valley Christian School - The Lewis Center offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Football, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
When is the application deadline for Valley Christian School - The Lewis Center?
The application deadline for Valley Christian School - The Lewis Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Popular comparisons: Valley Christian School - The Lewis Center vs. Cardinal Mooney High School
People that viewed Valley Christian School - The Lewis Center also viewed these schools: Cardinal Mooney High School, Ursuline High School, The Montessori School Of The Mahoning Valley, St. Joseph School Youngstown and St. Joseph The Provider School.
The nearest high school to Valley Christian School - The Lewis Center is Cardinal Mooney High School (1.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Luke School (1.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2545 Erie St
Youngstown, OH 44507
(330) 788-5007
Youngstown, OH 44507
(330) 788-5007
1.4 miles
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750 Wick Ave
Youngstown, OH 44505
(330) 744-4563
Youngstown, OH 44505
(330) 744-4563
3.8 miles
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Montessori School
2008 Lynn Ave
Youngstown, OH 44514
(330) 788-4622
Youngstown, OH 44514
(330) 788-4622
2.1 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 120 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
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4565 New Road
Youngstown, OH 44515
(330) 793-1250
Youngstown, OH 44515
(330) 793-1250
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St. Joseph The Provider School
(Catholic)
1125 Turin Ave
Youngstown, OH 44510
(330) 259-0353
Youngstown, OH 44510
(330) 259-0353
4.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 170 students
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