Average
#1377 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Christ Lutheran Church & School
Elementary School
28850 S WESTERN AVE, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,377 of 1,787
In Rancho Palos Verdes
#4 of 4
public schools
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About Christ Lutheran Church & School
Christ Lutheran Church & School is a private elementary school in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. Christ Lutheran Church & School serves approximately 180 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Christ Lutheran Church & School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,377 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 180 students, Christ Lutheran Church & 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.
Christ Lutheran Church & 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 Lutheran Church & School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Christ Lutheran Church & School (this school) | 5.4 |
| Crestwood Street STEAM Magnet | 7.0 |
| Rudecinda Sepulveda Dodson Middle | 8.8 |
| Miraleste Intermediate | 7.0 |
| Mira Catalina Elementary | 8.4 |
| Soleado Elementary | 8.6 |
| Ridgecrest Intermediate | 7.9 |
| Silver Spur Elementary | 8.7 |
| Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary | 8.5 |
| Vista Grande Elementary | 8.2 |
| Point Vicente Elementary | 7.8 |
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
28850 S WESTERN AVE, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Christ Lutheran Church & School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mira Catalina Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Taper Avenue Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby San Pedro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby San Pedro), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rancho Palos Verdes, see our Rancho Palos Verdes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 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
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| ASCENSION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Thousand Oaks, CA | 5.4 |
| Big Springs Elementary Montague, CA | 5.4 |
| CHARLIE KEYAN ARMENIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Clovis, CA | 5.4 |
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pine Grove, CA | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christ Lutheran Church & School
What grades does Christ Lutheran Church & School serve?
Christ Lutheran Church & School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Christ Lutheran Church & School?
Christ Lutheran Church & School has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Christ Lutheran Church & School?
The student-teacher ratio at Christ Lutheran Church & School is 16.5:1. 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 & School rank in CA?
Christ Lutheran Church & School ranks #1,377 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Christ Lutheran Church & School's MySchoolScout rating?
Christ Lutheran Church & School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Christ Lutheran Church & School a private school?
Yes, Christ Lutheran Church & School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod 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 Lutheran Church & School a religious school?
Christ Lutheran Church & School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 180
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 831-0848
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