Below Average

#1691 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Bethany Christian School

Elementary School

200 BETHANY CT, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

222

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

222

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,691 of 1,787

In Thousand Oaks

#7 of 7

public schools

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About Bethany Christian School

Bethany Christian School is a private elementary school in Thousand Oaks, CA. Bethany Christian School serves approximately 222 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethany Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,691 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.8 pts below CA schools

4.4

This school 4.4 · Below Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Bethany Christian School 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

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How Bethany Christian School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Thousand Oaks, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.9:1

This School

20.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

222

This School

491

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.4

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.8% vs 0%

Asian 1.8% vs 0%

Black 1.4% vs 0%

Bethany Christian School Thousand Oaks Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Bethany Christian School (this school)	—	222	15.9:1	4.4
Aspen Elementary	0.2 mi	288	18:1	7.5
Redwood Middle	0.2 mi	653	23.3:1	6.0
Acacia Magnet School for Enriched Learning	0.4 mi	369	19.4:1	5.3
Madrona Elementary	0.6 mi	261	17.4:1	4.8
Century Academy	1.0 mi	230	12.8:1	7.4
Glenwood Elementary	1.0 mi	225	18.8:1	4.9
Wildwood Elementary	1.3 mi	379	21.1:1	9.0
BRIDGES Charter	1.7 mi	378	23.6:1	7.3
Ladera STARS Academy	1.8 mi	327	19.2:1	8.4
Weathersfield Elementary	2.0 mi	440	22:1	8.7
Colina Middle	2.2 mi	796	20.9:1	6.2
Meadows Arts and Technology Elementary	2.4 mi	400	25:1	6.5
Los Cerritos Middle	2.4 mi	720	21.2:1	7.8
Conejo Academy of Leadership and Language Immersion	2.8 mi	251	19.3:1	4.2
Lang Ranch	3.1 mi	677	23.3:1	8.3
Compass Charter Schools of San Diego	4.3 mi	790	19.3:1	6.8
Compass Charter Schools of Los Angeles	4.3 mi	956	23.9:1	6.2
Compass Charter School of Yolo	4.3 mi	706	25.2:1	5.7

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

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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

C+ 4.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.9:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,105

Diversity & Inclusion

C 2.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 12%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 222

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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)

White 93.7%

Hispanic 1.8%

Asian 1.8%

Black 1.4%

Two or More 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

200 BETHANY CT, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bethany Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wildwood Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Weathersfield Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ladera STARS Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Thousand Oaks, see our Thousand Oaks schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks	0.2 mi	288	7.5
Redwood Middle Thousand Oaks	0.2 mi	653	6.0
Carden Conejo School Thousand Oaks	0.3 mi	117	—
Acacia Magnet School for Enriched Learning Thousand Oaks	0.4 mi	369	5.3
Madrona Elementary Thousand Oaks	0.6 mi	261	4.8
St. Paschal Baylon Elementary Thousand Oaks	0.7 mi	251	—
ST PASCHAL BAYLON SCHOOL Thousand Oaks	0.7 mi	253	5.5
Century Academy Thousand Oaks	1.0 mi	230	7.4
Thousand Oaks High Thousand Oaks	1.0 mi	1,728	6.8
Glenwood Elementary Thousand Oaks	1.0 mi	225	4.9
HILLCREST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Thousand Oaks	1.2 mi	408	6.6
Malibu Cove Private Thousand Oaks	1.3 mi	83	—
Wildwood Elementary Thousand Oaks	1.3 mi	379	9.0
HONEY TREE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Thousand Oaks	1.4 mi	17	—
BRIDGES Charter Thousand Oaks	1.7 mi	378	7.3
Conejo Valley High (Continuation) Thousand Oaks	1.7 mi	82	5.3
Ladera STARS Academy Thousand Oaks	1.8 mi	327	8.4
Weathersfield Elementary Thousand Oaks	2.0 mi	440	8.7
St. Patrick's Episcopal Day School Thousand Oaks	1.9 mi	129	—
ST PATRICK'S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Thousand Oaks	1.9 mi	129	6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,729

Median Home Value

$887,000

Median Rent

$2,412/mo

Population

42,315

College Educated

43.9%

Homeownership

69.1%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bethany Christian School

What grades does Bethany Christian School serve?

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

How many students attend Bethany Christian School?

Bethany Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 222 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Bethany Christian School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bethany Christian School rank in CA?

Bethany Christian School ranks #1,691 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Bethany Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bethany Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 School a private school?

Yes, Bethany 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 Bethany Christian School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 17 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 11 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 222
Gender Split: 68% M / 32% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 14
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 170 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Ventura County
Phone: (805) 497-7072

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