Valley Christian is an interdenominational, biblically-based Christian school that partners with parents to help their childrenachieve academic excellence, develop a Christian worldview, andprepare them for a lifetime of authentic faithfulness to JesusChrist.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked MT School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Valley Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1979
Student Body
Total Students
357 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
6 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Biology, Chemistry, English Comp, Economics, English Lit, German
Average SAT score
1200
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
conservative
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid
40%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,000
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Community Service, Student Leadership
Club or Organization:
Home Economics, Industrial Arts, Spanish
Arts and Music Programs:
Band and Choir, Performing Arts
Club or Organization:
Home Economics, Industrial Arts, Spanish
Arts and Music Programs:
Band and Choir, Performing Arts
School Notes
- Valley Christian is an interdenominational, biblically-basedChristian school that partners with parents to help their childrenachieve academic excellence, develop a Christian worldview, andprepare them for a lifetime of authentic faithfulness to JesusChrist.
- Our school presently serves an on-site student body consisting of approximately 360 Pre-K through grade 12 students. We are located in Missoula, Montana. Our students and staffenjoy a spacious campus that sits on eight acres. Our 63,000 squarefeet of facilities consist of three buildings containing 30 classrooms, a library, computer labs, science labs, an auditorium, a full-size gym, a weight room, and music and art rooms.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Valley Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Valley Christian School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
What sports does Valley Christian School offer?
Valley Christian School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Football, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Valley Christian School's ranking?
Valley Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Montana for: 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 Calendar
View the Valley Christian School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School
August 29, 2024 (Thursday)
No School - Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break
March 18, 2025 (Tuesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 20, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 10/27/2022
Valley Christian School provides high-quality education and many extra-curricular activities. From sports to performing arts to industrial arts, students have a wide variety of interests to choose from. Preschool classes are just as engaging as high school courses. Teachers genuinely love their students and the administration is supportive and caring. Excellent school!
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