If you are a parent who recognizes that the traditional, one-size-fits-all model school system doesn't work for everyone, then you'll want to visit Valley Adventist Christian School.
We have reimagined the one-two room schoolhouse, recognizing the many advantages that a smaller class size and tailored curricular experience offers to students.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
15 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 17%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Our educational program is founded on the belief that each student is unique and of inestimable value, and on the importance of the development of the whole person. Students are educated to accept service as a way of life, to be sensitive to the needs of people in the home and society, and to become active members in their churches.
- Our accredited curriculum incorporates strong Christian values, rigorous academics combined with outdoor learning, lots of fun activities, and a personalized environment with one-on-one time for more focused growth.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dr. & Mrs. Hughes, Parents
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Valley Adventist Christian School often compared to?
Valley Adventist Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Whitefish Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Valley Adventist Christian School?
Valley Adventist Christian School famous alumni include: Dr. & Mrs. Hughes, Parents.
When is the application deadline for Valley Adventist Christian School?
The application deadline for Valley Adventist Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
Popular comparisons: Valley Adventist Christian School vs. Whitefish Christian Academy
The nearest high school to Valley Adventist Christian School is Oneschool Global Kalispell Campus (5.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Matthew's School (5.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Kid Kare (4.8 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Kid Kare
Daycare / Preschool
75 Claremont St
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 756-9539
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 756-9539
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 236 students
St. Matthew's School
(Catholic)
602 S Main St
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
5.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students Tuition listed
Woodland Montessori School
Montessori School
5 Parkhill Rd
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-3824
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-3824
5.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 76 students Tuition listed
Trinity Lutheran School ![Trinity Lutheran School Photo - Welcome to Trinity!]( "Trinity Lutheran School Photo - Welcome to Trinity!")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
495 5th Avenue WN
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 257-6716
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 257-6716
5.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 217 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kalispell Montessori Center ![Kalispell Montessori Center Photo - Kalispell Montessori Elementary, Grades 1-7]( "Kalispell Montessori Center Photo - Kalispell Montessori Elementary, Grades 1-7")
Montessori School
349 Willow Glen Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-3826
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-3826
5.5 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 78 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
204 Two Mile Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-0490
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-0490
5.7 miles
Gr: 3-9 | 8 students
105 Blue Crest Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-6239
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-6239
6 miles
Gr: 3-9 | 7 students
Farming For The Future Academy
Special Education School
400 Veterans Drive
Columbia Falls, MT 59912
(406) 253-4369
Columbia Falls, MT 59912
(406) 253-4369
6.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1 student
Stillwater Christian School ![Stillwater Christian School Photo - SCS Campus - High School and Middle School Building]( "Stillwater Christian School Photo - SCS Campus - High School and Middle School Building")
(Christian)
255 FFA Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
6.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 460 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Summit Preparatory School
Alternative School
1605 Danielson Rd
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 758-8100
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 758-8100
13.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 34 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Matthew's School
(Catholic)
602 S Main St
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
5.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students Tuition listed
Trinity Lutheran School ![Trinity Lutheran School Photo - Welcome to Trinity!]( "Trinity Lutheran School Photo - Welcome to Trinity!")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
495 5th Avenue WN
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 257-6716
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 257-6716
5.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 217 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kalispell Montessori Center ![Kalispell Montessori Center Photo - Kalispell Montessori Elementary, Grades 1-7]( "Kalispell Montessori Center Photo - Kalispell Montessori Elementary, Grades 1-7")
Montessori School
349 Willow Glen Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-3826
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-3826
5.5 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 78 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
204 Two Mile Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-0490
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-0490
5.7 miles
Gr: 3-9 | 8 students
105 Blue Crest Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-6239
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-6239
6 miles
Gr: 3-9 | 7 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Kid Kare
Daycare / Preschool
75 Claremont St
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 756-9539
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 756-9539
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 236 students
St. Matthew's School
(Catholic)
602 S Main St
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-6303
5.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students Tuition listed
Woodland Montessori School
Montessori School
5 Parkhill Rd
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-3824
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 755-3824
5.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 76 students Tuition listed
Trinity Lutheran School ![Trinity Lutheran School Photo - Welcome to Trinity!]( "Trinity Lutheran School Photo - Welcome to Trinity!")
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
495 5th Avenue WN
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 257-6716
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 257-6716
5.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 217 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Stillwater Christian School ![Stillwater Christian School Photo - SCS Campus - High School and Middle School Building]( "Stillwater Christian School Photo - SCS Campus - High School and Middle School Building")
(Christian)
255 FFA Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 752-4400
6.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 460 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Helena Flats Road
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 257-2301
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 257-2301
0.9 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 40 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Helena Flats Road
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 257-2301
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 257-2301
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 253 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
585 E. Evergreen
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 751-1121
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 751-1121
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 360 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
(Math: 31% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20 West Evergreen Drive
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 751-1131
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 751-1131
3.1 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 285 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
(Math: 56% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1400 Whitefish Stage
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 751-4040
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 751-4040
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 509 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
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