Very Good
#114 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 6% of private schools
Bethany Christian Academy
Elementary School
13431 EDWARDS ST, Westminster, CA 92683
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#114 of 1,787
In Westminster
#1 of 3
public schools
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Bethany Christian Academy
Elementary School in Westminster · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bethany Christian Academy
Bethany Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Westminster, CA. Bethany Christian Academy serves approximately 141 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethany Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #114 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 141 students, Bethany Christian Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Bethany Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Bethany Christian Academy compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Westminster, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethany Christian Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| Finley Elementary | 5.6 |
| Johnson Middle | 7.2 |
| Sequoia Elementary | 7.9 |
| Fryberger Elementary | 6.9 |
| Schmitt Elementary | 7.1 |
| Eastwood Elementary | 8.0 |
| Willmore Elementary | 8.6 |
| Webber Elementary | 6.4 |
| Warner Middle | 7.1 |
| Star View Elementary | 7.9 |
| Westmont Elementary | 5.1 |
| Leo Carrillo Elementary | 5.8 |
| Sarah McGarvin Intermediate | 8.8 |
| John Marshall Elementary | 6.1 |
| Post Elementary | 8.1 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary | 8.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
13431 EDWARDS ST, Westminster, CA 92683
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bethany Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Loyal Barker Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Enders Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Willmore Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Westminster, see our Westminster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Finley Elementary Westminster | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Johnson Middle Westminster | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| LITTLE LIGHT PRESCHOOL Westminster | 0.6 mi | — |
| Little Light Westminster | 0.6 mi | — |
| Fryberger Elementary Westminster | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Sequoia Elementary Westminster | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Garden Park Elementary Garden Grove | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS WORLD Westminster | 0.7 mi | — |
| Schmitt Elementary Westminster | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY Huntington Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Loyal Barker Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Pacifica High Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Westminster High Westminster | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Enders Elementary Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Hilton D. Bell Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Eastwood Elementary Westminster | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Ada Clegg Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Blessed Sacrament School Westminster | 1.1 mi | — |
| Willmore Elementary Westminster | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Helen Stacey Middle Huntington Beach | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92683 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,703
Median Home Value
$820,000
Median Rent
$2,101/mo
Population
90,140
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
52.2%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
41.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bethany Christian Academy
What grades does Bethany Christian Academy serve?
Bethany Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Bethany Christian Academy?
Bethany Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 141 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethany Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bethany Christian Academy is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bethany Christian Academy rank in CA?
Bethany Christian Academy ranks #114 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Bethany Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Bethany Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bethany Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Bethany Christian Academy 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 Bethany Christian Academy a religious school?
Bethany Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 141
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (714) 891-9783
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