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#1517 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Carson Christian School

School

17705 CENTRAL AVE, Carson, CA 90746

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,517 of 1,787

In Carson

#2 of 2

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About Carson Christian School

Carson Christian School is a private school in Carson, CA. Carson Christian School serves approximately 57 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Carson Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,517 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.2 pts below CA schools

5.1

This school 5.1 · Average
CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 57 students, Carson 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.

Carson 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.

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How Carson Christian School compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in Carson, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.8:1

This School

19.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

512

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.1

This School

7.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 78.9% vs 0%

Hispanic 14% vs 0%

White 1.8% vs 0%

Carson Christian School Carson Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Carson Christian School (this school)	—	57	10.8:1	5.1
California Academy of Mathematics and Science	0.7 mi	667	26.7:1	9.0
Annalee Avenue Elementary	1.1 mi	199	18.1:1	8.8
Ralph Bunche Elementary	1.2 mi	235	23.5:1	5.5
Leapwood Avenue Elementary	1.2 mi	215	17.9:1	5.6
Broadacres Avenue Elementary Visual & Performing Arts Magnet	1.2 mi	277	18.5:1	6.8
Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle	1.4 mi	355	16.1:1	8.1
Virtual Academy of the Arts & Entertainment	1.4 mi	894	17.9:1	—
Towne Avenue Elementary	1.4 mi	309	22.1:1	6.8
Ambler Avenue Elementary	1.4 mi	477	19.9:1	6.7
Magnolia Science Academy 3	1.5 mi	389	20.5:1	7.1
Del Amo Elementary	2.4 mi	307	20.5:1	6.5
Andrew Carnegie Middle	2.8 mi	838	17.5:1	7.9
Bonita Street Elementary	3.0 mi	386	20.3:1	6.2
Carson Street Elementary	3.0 mi	622	21.4:1	7.7
Dominguez Elementary	3.1 mi	435	20.7:1	8.7
Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High	3.6 mi	457	18.3:1	7.7
Carson Senior High	3.6 mi	1,378	19.1:1	7.4
Academies of Education and Empowerment at Carson High	3.6 mi	493	19.7:1	7.4
Dolores Street Elementary	3.6 mi	436	20.8:1	6.3
Stephen M. White Middle	3.7 mi	1,386	19.2:1	8.7

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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+ 6.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.8:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 4.8 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,170

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 36%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 3.9 / 10

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Enrollment 57

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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)

Black 78.9%

Hispanic 14.0%

Two or More 5.3%

White 1.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

17705 CENTRAL AVE, Carson, CA 90746

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carson Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. California Academy of Mathematics and Science (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Annalee Avenue Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carson, see our Carson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
California Academy of Mathematics and Science Carson	0.7 mi	667	9.0
Walton Middle Compton	0.8 mi	154	7.1
Annalee Avenue Elementary Carson	1.1 mi	199	8.8
Longfellow Elementary Compton	1.1 mi	474	5.8
Broadacres Avenue Elementary Visual & Performing Arts Magnet Carson	1.2 mi	277	6.8
Ralph Bunche Elementary Carson	1.2 mi	235	5.5
Leapwood Avenue Elementary Carson	1.2 mi	215	5.6
Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle Carson	1.4 mi	355	8.1
Virtual Academy of the Arts & Entertainment Carson	1.4 mi	894	—
Magnolia Science Academy 3 Carson	1.5 mi	389	7.1
Bursch Elementary Compton	1.5 mi	352	4.6
Towne Avenue Elementary Carson	1.4 mi	309	6.8
Mandela Children's Learning Village Compton	1.4 mi	12	—
MANDELA CHILDREN'S LEARNING VILLAGE Compton	1.4 mi	13	—
Laurel Street Elementary Compton	1.6 mi	368	5.4
Ambler Avenue Elementary Carson	1.4 mi	477	6.7
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary Compton	1.5 mi	605	7.4
Jennifer Kelley Gardena	1.5 mi	34	—
Enterprise Middle Compton	1.8 mi	189	5.2
St. Albert the Great Elementary School Rancho Dominguez	1.8 mi	233	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,545

Median Home Value

$682,000

Median Rent

$2,713/mo

Population

27,465

College Educated

34.6%

Homeownership

84.5%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

Median Age

44.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carson Christian School

What grades does Carson Christian School serve?

Carson Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Carson Christian School?

Carson Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Carson Christian School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Carson Christian School rank in CA?

Carson Christian School ranks #1,517 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Carson Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Carson Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Carson Christian School a private school?

Yes, Carson Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Pentecostal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Carson Christian School a religious school?

Carson Christian School has a Pentecostal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 52 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 57
Gender Split: 46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 5
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Pentecostal
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Los Angeles County
Phone: (310) 609-2300

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