ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´

East Orchard Christian Academy (Closed 2025)

5014 N Illinois 130
Olney, IL 62450
School location map

About the School

  • East Orchard Christian Academy in Olney, IL, serves 130 co–ed students in grades PK through 8 within a rural community setting.
  • The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 with 16 total teachers supporting its regular elementary and secondary Christian–oriented program.
  • Enrollment includes 94 K–12 students, with 4.9% of the student body representing students of color.
  • Nearby private schools include St. Joseph School and St. Thomas The Apostle Elementary School, both within approximately 20 miles, providing additional PK–8 options in the Olney area.

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
130 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for East Orchard Christian Academy?
The application deadline for East Orchard Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

Recent Articles

When Your Child Struggles in One ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ Subject
When Your Child Struggles in One ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ Subject
Learn what to do when your child struggles in one private school subject, including identifying causes, working with teachers, evaluating support, tutoring, progress, and next steps effectively.
Is Your Child Challenged or Just Given More Work?
Is Your Child Challenged or Just Given More Work?
Learn how to distinguish meaningful academic rigor from excessive workload by evaluating assignments, feedback, classroom expectations, assessments, and intellectual challenge when comparing private schools for your child.
ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ Extra Help: Evaluating Teacher Access
ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ Extra Help: Evaluating Teacher Access
Learn how to evaluate private school extra-help systems, including teacher availability, scheduling, advising, response times, and access, so your child can receive meaningful academic support when needed most.