Average
#1014 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Christ Classical School
Elementary School
880 LAUREATE LN, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,014 of 1,787
In San Luis Obispo
#2 of 4
public schools
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Christ Classical School
Elementary School in San Luis Obispo · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Christ Classical School
Christ Classical School is a private elementary school in San Luis Obispo, CA. Christ Classical School serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Christ Classical School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,014 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, Christ Classical 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.
At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Christ Classical School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Christ Classical 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 Christ Classical School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in San Luis Obispo, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Christ Classical School (this school) | 6.1 |
| Bishop's Peak Elementary | 7.2 |
| Pacheco Elementary | 7.4 |
| C L Smith Elementary | 8.4 |
| San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Court | — |
| Hawthorne Elementary | 8.6 |
| Teach Elementary | 8.2 |
| PEEP - PREPARE | — |
| Sinsheimer Elementary | 8.3 |
| San Luis County Special Education | — |
| San Luis Obispo County Community | 5.1 |
| Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter | 7.1 |
| Los Ranchos Elementary | 7.9 |
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.
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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
880 LAUREATE LN, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Christ Classical School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawthorne Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is C L Smith Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pacheco Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Luis Obispo, see our San Luis Obispo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop's Peak Elementary San Luis Obispo | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Laguna Middle San Luis Obispo | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| C L Smith Elementary San Luis Obispo | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Pacheco Elementary San Luis Obispo | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Court San Luis Obispo | 2.5 mi | — |
| Pacific Beach High San Luis Obispo | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Lindamood-Bell Academy San Luis Obispo | 2.2 mi | — |
| OLD MISSION SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| MISSION COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Old Mission School San Luis Obispo | 2.3 mi | — |
| Mission College Preparatory Catholic High School San Luis Obispo | 2.3 mi | — |
| Grizzly ChalleNGe Charter San Luis Obispo | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ORFALEA FAMILY & ASI CHILDREN'S CENTER RM # 133 San Luis Obispo | 2.6 mi | — |
| Hawthorne Elementary San Luis Obispo | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Teach Elementary San Luis Obispo | 3.0 mi | 8.2 |
| San Luis Obispo Classical Academy San Luis Obispo | 3.0 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 3.5 mi | 4.9 |
| PEEP - PREPARE San Luis Obispo | 3.2 mi | — |
| San Luis Obispo High San Luis Obispo | 3.3 mi | 7.8 |
| San Luis County Special Education San Luis Obispo | 3.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,481
Median Home Value
$897,800
Median Rent
$1,936/mo
Population
23,856
College Educated
52%
Homeownership
32.7%
Avg Commute
13.6 min
Poverty Rate
44.5%
Median Age
22.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christ Classical School
What grades does Christ Classical School serve?
Christ Classical School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Christ Classical School?
Christ Classical School has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Christ Classical School?
The student-teacher ratio at Christ Classical School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Christ Classical School rank in CA?
Christ Classical School ranks #1,014 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Christ Classical School's MySchoolScout rating?
Christ Classical School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Christ Classical School a private school?
Yes, Christ Classical School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Christ Classical School a religious school?
Christ Classical School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 40
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Phone
- (805) 453-6161
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