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#868 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Top 48% of private schools

Baymonte Christian School

Elementary School

5000B GRANITE CREEK RD, Scotts Valley, CA 95066

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CA statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

332

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

California elementary schools

#507 of 1,102

About Baymonte Christian School

Baymonte Christian School serves 332 students from prekindergarten through eighth grade in Scotts Valley's mid-size suburban community. With 24 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.8:1, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school has earned a solid 8.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks in the 35th percentile among California elementary schools, positioning it at #1161 out of 1790 schools statewide.

This performance indicates the school is making steady progress in serving its student body with room for continued academic growth. Baymonte Christian School draws from a well-educated and affluent community where 54% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding neighborhood reflects strong economic stability, with a median household income of $141,373 and a low poverty rate of just 4.6%.

Median home values in the area reach $1,079,400, indicating a community that highly values education and invests in quality schools. The school's location in Scotts Valley provides families with the benefits of suburban living while maintaining access to the broader educational and cultural resources of the Santa Cruz region.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, Baymonte Christian School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$15,976
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$17,966
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.12x — Strong
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
83%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$6.1M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 332 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Baymonte Christian School compares to the 3 public schools in Scotts Valley, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
This School
vs
21.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
332
This School
vs
546
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
7.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 65.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 11.4% vs 0%
Asian 5.4% vs 0%
Black 3% vs 0%
Baymonte Christian School Scotts Valley Public Avg

All Schools in Scotts Valley

School Rating
Baymonte Christian School (this school) 6.3
Vine Hill Elementary 7.4
Scotts Valley High 8.3
Scotts Valley Middle 5.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 53%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 332
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 65.7%
Two or More 13.9%
Hispanic 11.4%
Asian 5.4%
Black 3.0%
Native American 0.3%
Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5000B GRANITE CREEK RD, Scotts Valley, CA 95066

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Baymonte Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Happy Valley Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Santa Cruz), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mountain Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Soquel), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Vine Hill Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scotts Valley, see our Scotts Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Baymonte Christian School Scotts Valley 0.1 mi
SILICON VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Scotts Valley 0.4 mi
Vine Hill Elementary Scotts Valley 0.5 mi 7.4
Brite Horizons School Scotts Valley 0.5 mi
Scotts Valley High Scotts Valley 0.8 mi 8.3
Scotts Valley Middle Scotts Valley 1.6 mi 5.5
California Connections Academy Monterey Bay Ripon 1.9 mi 3.2
PACIFIC SANDS ACADEMY Scotts Valley 2.0 mi
Happy Valley Elementary Santa Cruz 2.6 mi 7.7
Brook Knoll Elementary Santa Cruz 3.5 mi 7.1
MERIT ACADEMY Santa Cruz 3.8 mi
Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary Santa Cruz 4.2 mi 3.5
Mountain Elementary Soquel 3.8 mi 7.6
De Laveaga Elementary Santa Cruz 4.9 mi 6.8
SLVUSD Charter Ben Lomond 4.3 mi 5.7
Harbor High Santa Cruz 5.3 mi 6.6
Branciforte Middle Santa Cruz 5.4 mi 6.0
San Lorenzo Valley High Felton 4.3 mi 7.4
San Lorenzo Valley Elementary Felton 4.3 mi 4.0
MIDTOWN MONTESSORI Santa Cruz 5.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$146,941

Median Home Value

$1,113,000

Median Rent

$2,384/mo

Population

15,369

College Educated

55.3%

Homeownership

75.6%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

47.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Baymonte Christian School has a median household income of $146,941. It is a well-educated community where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,113,000, with a median rent of $2,384/month. The local poverty rate of 4.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Baymonte Christian School

What grades does Baymonte Christian School serve?

Baymonte Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Baymonte Christian School?

Baymonte Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Baymonte Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Baymonte Christian School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Baymonte Christian School rank in CA?

Baymonte Christian School is ranked #868 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is Baymonte Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Baymonte Christian School has a composite rating of 6.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Baymonte Christian School a private school?

Yes, Baymonte Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Baymonte Christian School a religious school?

Baymonte Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (1,921/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Scotts Valley). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
332
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
SANTA CRUZ
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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