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#690 of 1,787 private schools in CA

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Calvary Christian School

Elementary School

1010 N TUSTIN AVE, Santa Ana, CA 92705

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

281

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

281

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#690 of 1,787

In Santa Ana

#3 of 9

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About Calvary Christian School

Calvary Christian School is a private elementary school in Santa Ana, CA. Calvary Christian School serves approximately 281 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Calvary Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #690 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.4 pts above CA schools

6.6

This school 6.6 · Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Calvary 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 Calvary Christian School compares to 62 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Ana, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.8:1

This School

21.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

281

This School

604

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.6

This School

5.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 51.2% vs 0%

Asian 18.1% vs 0%

Hispanic 11.4% vs 0%

Black 2.5% vs 0%

Calvary Christian School Santa Ana Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Calvary Christian School (this school)	—	281	11.8:1	6.6
John Muir Fundamental Elementary	0.8 mi	613	21.1:1	7.1
REACH Academy	0.9 mi	33	4.7:1	6.7
Raymond A. Villa Fundamental Intermediate	1.0 mi	998	20.4:1	5.4
Sierra Preparatory Academy	1.1 mi	776	18.5:1	4.8
Garfield Elementary	1.4 mi	462	22:1	6.4
Roosevelt Walker Academy	1.6 mi	675	20.5:1	5.4
Fairhaven Elementary	1.6 mi	412	24.2:1	3.9
Wallace R. Davis Elementary	1.6 mi	404	22.4:1	6.6
Edward B. Cole Academy	1.8 mi	429	25.2:1	6.7
John F. Kennedy Elementary	1.8 mi	402	20.1:1	5.6
Advanced Learning Academy	1.8 mi	368	12.7:1	7.1
OCSA	1.9 mi	2,288	17.2:1	8.7
Orange County Educational Arts Academy	1.9 mi	629	20.3:1	6.3
El Sol Santa Ana Science and Arts Academy	2.0 mi	951	21.1:1	5.5
Madison Elementary	2.1 mi	754	22.2:1	4.2
Martin R. Heninger Elementary	2.2 mi	840	22.7:1	4.1
Willard Intermediate	2.2 mi	444	15.9:1	5.7
Franklin Elementary	2.3 mi	350	23.3:1	5.2
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate	2.4 mi	673	17.7:1	5.5
Red Hill Elementary	2.4 mi	418	26.1:1	6.0

Showing 20 of 62 schools. View all schools in Santa Ana

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

B 6.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.8:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 4.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,144

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.3 / 10

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Diversity Index 66%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 281

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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 51.2%

Asian 18.1%

Two or More 15.7%

Hispanic 11.4%

Black 2.5%

Pacific Islander 0.7%

Native American 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1010 N TUSTIN AVE, Santa Ana, CA 92705

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Calvary Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST JEANNE DE LESTONNAC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Tustin), which scores slightly higher. Another option is John Muir Fundamental Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, IRVINE HEBREW DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Helen Estock Elementary Tustin	0.6 mi	488	2.5
Bloomington Pre-University Education Orange	0.7 mi	83	—
ST JEANNE DE LESTONNAC SCHOOL Tustin	0.8 mi	280	7.3
Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac School Tustin	0.8 mi	298	—
John Muir Fundamental Elementary Santa Ana	0.8 mi	613	7.1
IRVINE HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Santa Ana	0.8 mi	72	6.0
IRVINE HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Santa Ana	0.8 mi	72	5.9
Ednovate - Legacy College Prep. Santa Ana	0.8 mi	421	7.5
REACH Academy Santa Ana	0.9 mi	33	6.7
Columbus Tustin Middle Tustin	0.9 mi	604	5.8
Raymond A. Villa Fundamental Intermediate Santa Ana	1.0 mi	998	5.4
Robert Heideman Elementary Tustin	1.2 mi	490	3.6
Sierra Preparatory Academy Santa Ana	1.1 mi	776	4.8
Loma Vista Elementary Tustin	1.1 mi	462	4.0
Citrus Springs Charter Temecula	1.2 mi	458	4.2
The Open School Santa Ana	1.3 mi	67	—
THE OPEN SCHOOL Santa Ana	1.3 mi	59	4.6
Newport Avenue Preschool and Kindergarten Tustin	1.3 mi	14	—
KIDDIE ACADEMY OF TUSTIN Tustin	1.5 mi	27	—
Tustin Connect Tustin	1.4 mi	243	8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,928

Median Home Value

$1,135,600

Median Rent

$2,250/mo

Population

48,680

College Educated

46.5%

Homeownership

61.5%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

39.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Calvary Christian School

What grades does Calvary Christian School serve?

Calvary Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Calvary Christian School?

Calvary Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 281 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Calvary Christian School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Calvary Christian School rank in CA?

Calvary Christian School ranks #690 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Calvary Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Calvary Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Calvary Christian School a private school?

Yes, Calvary 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 Calvary Christian School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 78 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 41 Some Transit
Bike Score: 50 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 281
Gender Split: 52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 24
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 176 days
Setting: Large City
County: Orange County
Phone: (714) 973-2056

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