Spring Valley Academy

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Spring Valley Academy

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
1461 E Spring Valley Pike,  Dayton, OH
3.9
5.0
301 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Darren Wilkins
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1170
Average ACT Score
24
Average GPA
3.57
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$10,400
Religious Affiliation
Adventist

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
B-
Teachers
A-
College Prep
B+
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.57
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
38
Full Time Teachers
33
Part Time Teachers
5
Teachers in First or Second Year
3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1170
Math
580
Verbal
590
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
24
Reading
24
Science
23
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
99%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
55.7%
Female
44.3%
White
35.1%
Black
30.2%
Hispanic
19.3%
Two or more races
8.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7.3%

School Rankings

#7 Most Diverse Private HS in Ohio
#11 Best Christian Schools in Ohio
Source: Niche

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Andrews University 57 Students
Southern Adventist University 53 Students
The Ohio State University 51 Students
University of Cincinnati 46 Students
Wright State University 43 Students
University of Kentucky 29 Students
Miami University 27 Students
Walla Walla University 27 Students
Ohio University 26 Students
Kettering College 26 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 33 Students
Nursing 29 Students
Biology 19 Students
Finance 14 Students
Psychology 11 Students
Pre-Law Studies 10 Students
Political Science and Government 9 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 8 Students
Engineering 8 Students
Accounting 8 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 50 Reviews
5.0 Parent
1/14/2026
This is such a wonderful school. The teachers and staff are amazing and really care about the kids. A great Christian school with many activities and programs.
5.0 Freshman
12/27/2024
Very amazing school, it has helped me become overall a better person. Over the years, since 5th grade, I've met people, and I've also seen people go, which might unfortunately happen to me next year. I will miss SVA and the amazing experiences I was able to have. SVA should try to add AP classes in my opinion, as well as more clubs.
5.0 Senior
12/13/2019
Obviously it is an Adventist school and may not be fit for people with non-Christian beliefs. However, I'm not a Christian and I have had a wonderful time here. The students and teachers are kind, helpful, and open-minded.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 2 Reviews
5.0 parent
1/25/2014
Our daughter attended Spring Valley Academy K-12 and she and we were happy with her experience. She received an academically sound education, was very involved with sports, and most importantly received Christian mentoring from both teachers and volunteer coaches. She learned teamwork with friends s...
5.0 parent
12/3/2009

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Spring Valley Academy is a private Adventist school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 1461 E Spring Valley Pike in Dayton, OH. Annual tuition is $10,400. The school has a total enrollment of 301 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Spring Valley Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average GPA is 3.57, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1170 and an ACT score of 24. Discover additional schools in the area, like Tower Heights Middle School, Stingley Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Dayton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Spring Valley Academy.

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