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#2095 of 3,177 private schools in CA
Christ Lutheran Church and School
Elementary School
28850 South Western Avenue, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
About Christ Lutheran Church and School
Christ Lutheran Church and School is an private elementary school in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275. The school serves approximately 167 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 34.1th percentile among private schools in CA — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in school profile (7.5/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $175,212, where 69% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 10 public schools in Rancho Palos Verdes, Christ Lutheran Church and School rates higher overall (8.8 vs 7.1 average).
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Christ Lutheran Church and School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Christ Lutheran Church and School (this school) | 8.8 |
| Crestwood Street STEAM Magnet | 6.8 |
| Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle | 7.4 |
| Miraleste Intermediate | 7.6 |
| Mira Catalina Elementary | 7.9 |
| Soleado Elementary | 7.5 |
| Ridgecrest Intermediate | 7.0 |
| Silver Spur Elementary | 6.7 |
| Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary | 7.3 |
| Vista Grande Elementary | 6.5 |
| Point Vicente Elementary | 6.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
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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: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
28850 South Western Avenue, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90275 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$175,212
Median Home Value
$1,543,300
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
41,367
College Educated
69.2%
Homeownership
80.6%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
49.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| American River Collegiate Academy Rocklin, CA | 8.8 |
| Annalee Avenue Elementary Carson, CA | 8.8 |
| BELMONT OAKS ACADEMY Belmont, CA | 8.8 |
| Belmont Oaks Academy Belmont, CA | 8.8 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Rancho Palos Verdes, CA | 8.8 |
| Charles Armstrong School Belmont, CA | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christ Lutheran Church and School
What grades does Christ Lutheran Church and School serve?
Christ Lutheran Church and School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Christ Lutheran Church and School?
Christ Lutheran Church and School has an enrollment of approximately 167 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Christ Lutheran Church and School?
The student-teacher ratio at Christ Lutheran Church and School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Christ Lutheran Church and School rank in CA?
Christ Lutheran Church and School is ranked #2095 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is Christ Lutheran Church and School's MySchoolScout rating?
Christ Lutheran Church and School has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Christ Lutheran Church and School a private school?
Yes, Christ Lutheran Church and School is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 167
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (310) 831-0848
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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