Very Good
#372 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 21% of private schools
Bethany Christian School
Elementary School
93 N BALDWIN AVE, Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
141
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#372 of 1,787
In Sierra Madre
#3 of 3
public schools
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About Bethany Christian School
Bethany Christian School is a private elementary school in Sierra Madre, CA. Bethany Christian School serves approximately 141 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethany Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #372 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 141 students, Bethany Christian School 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 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
BetaHow Bethany Christian School compares to the 2 public schools in Sierra Madre, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Sierra Madre
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bethany Christian School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Sierra Madre Elementary | 8.4 |
| Sierra Madre Middle | 8.9 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
93 N BALDWIN AVE, Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bethany Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Field (Eugene) Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Pasadena), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sierra Madre Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE GOODEN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sierra Madre, see our Sierra Madre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE GOODEN SCHOOL Sierra Madre | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Gooden School, The Sierra Madre | 0.1 mi | — |
| Sierra Madre Elementary Sierra Madre | 0.2 mi | 8.4 |
| St. Rita School Sierra Madre | 0.2 mi | — |
| Sierra Madre Middle Sierra Madre | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Alverno Heights Academy Sierra Madre | 0.8 mi | — |
| ALVERNO HEIGHTS ACADEMY Sierra Madre | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| SIERRA MADRE COMMUNITY NURSERY SCHOOL Sierra Madre | 0.8 mi | — |
| La Salle High School Pasadena | 0.9 mi | — |
| LA SALLE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Pasadena | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Don Benito Fundamental Pasadena | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Highland Oaks Elementary Arcadia | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Barnhart School Arcadia | 1.5 mi | — |
| BARNHART SCHOOL Arcadia | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Field (Eugene) Elementary Pasadena | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Hugo Reid Elementary Arcadia | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ARROYO PACIFIC ACADEMY Arcadia | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Arroyo Pacific Academy Arcadia | 1.8 mi | — |
| Foothills Middle Arcadia | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| EXCELSIOR SCHOOL Arcadia | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,094
Median Home Value
$1,172,200
Median Rent
$2,086/mo
Population
11,020
College Educated
65.4%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
46.9
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| ASSUMPTION OF THE BVM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pasadena, CA | 7.2 |
| Browns Valley Elementary Browns Valley, CA | 7.2 |
| EAST VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Jose, CA | 7.2 |
| Fletcher Drive Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.2 |
| George Washington Elementary Daly City, CA | 7.2 |
| KIPP Bayview Elementary San Francisco, CA | 7.2 |
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 141 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethany Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bethany Christian School is 10.4:1. 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 #372 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Bethany Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bethany Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 141
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (626) 355-3527
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