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#508 of 1,790 private schools in CA

Top 28% of private schools

Covenant Christian School

Elementary School

1855 N ORANGE OLIVE RD, Orange, CA 92865

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 27 schools in Orange. Learn more

Enrollment

178

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Orange

#3 of 12

public schools

California elementary schools

#277 of 1,102

About Covenant Christian School

Covenant Christian School serves 178 students from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade in Orange, California. With 15 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an intimate learning environment with a 12:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for personalized attention and strong teacher-student relationships. The school has earned recognition for its educational quality, receiving a 9.0 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #733 out of 1790 schools statewide, placing it in the 59th percentile among California elementary schools.

This solid performance reflects the school's commitment to providing a strong foundational education for its students. Located on North Orange Olive Road, Covenant Christian School sits in a well-established community where families value education and stability. The surrounding 92865 zip code demonstrates strong economic foundations, with a median household income of $120,365 and median home values of $786,900.

The area's educational culture is evident in its demographics, with 41% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of just 7.2%. The school operates within Orange's mid-size city environment, offering students access to both suburban community benefits and broader educational and cultural opportunities that come with the greater Orange County region.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 178 students, Covenant Christian School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Covenant Christian School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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

Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
This School
vs
23.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
178
This School
vs
420
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 30.9% vs 0%
White 29.2% vs 0%
Asian 12.4% vs 0%
Black 3.4% vs 0%
Covenant Christian School Orange Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Covenant Christian School (this school) 7.0
Taft Elementary 7.7
Fletcher Mandarin Language & GATE Academy 7.9
California iInspire Academy 7.1
Yorba Middle 7.1
Olive Elementary 7.6
Cambridge Elementary 7.8
Tomorrow's Leadership Collaborative (TLC) Charter 7.7
Handy Elementary 4.8
Sycamore Elementary 7.9
Portola Middle 5.9
Palmyra GATE Magnet 8.0
West Orange Elementary 6.7
Prospect Elementary 4.6
OUSD Home Sch 6.0
OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy 4.0
OUSD Community Day
Orange County Classical Academy 4.4
Esplanade Elementary 7.3
La Veta Elementary 7.9
McPherson Magnet 6.5

Showing 20 of 24 schools. View all schools in Orange

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,145.7
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 76%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 178
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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)

Hispanic 30.9%
White 29.2%
Two or More 19.7%
Asian 12.4%
Black 3.4%
Pacific Islander 3.4%
Native American 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1855 N ORANGE OLIVE RD, Orange, CA 92865

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Covenant Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fletcher Mandarin Language & GATE Academy (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cambridge Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Taft Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Orange, see our Orange schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
International School of Orange County Orange 0.0 mi
ST NORBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Orange 0.2 mi 5.5
St. Norbert Catholic School Orange 0.3 mi
Taft Elementary Orange 0.4 mi 7.7
OLIVE CREST ACADEMY Orange 0.7 mi 6.9
Fletcher Mandarin Language & GATE Academy Orange 0.9 mi 7.9
St. Paul's Lutheran Orange 0.9 mi
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Orange 1.0 mi 5.4
California iInspire Academy Orange 1.0 mi 7.1
Yorba Middle Orange 1.1 mi 7.1
Richland Continuation High Orange 1.5 mi 6.4
Orange High Orange 1.5 mi 6.8
Olive Elementary Orange 1.5 mi 7.6
ORANGE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Orange 1.3 mi 3.8
Lutheran High School of Orange County Orange 1.3 mi
ECE 4 Autism Orange 1.6 mi
Cambridge Elementary Orange 1.7 mi 7.8
Tomorrow's Leadership Collaborative (TLC) Charter Orange 1.7 mi 7.7
Serrano Elementary Villa Park 1.6 mi 4.6
Handy Elementary Orange 1.8 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92865 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,258

Median Home Value

$842,700

Median Rent

$2,343/mo

Population

20,897

College Educated

39.5%

Homeownership

66.9%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

38.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Covenant Christian School has a median household income of $130,258. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $842,700, with a median rent of $2,343/month. The local poverty rate of 7.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Covenant Christian School

What grades does Covenant Christian School serve?

Covenant Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Covenant Christian School?

Covenant Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Covenant Christian School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Covenant Christian School rank in CA?

Covenant Christian School is ranked #508 out of 1,790 private schools in CA.

What is Covenant Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Covenant Christian School has a composite rating of 7.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Covenant Christian School a private school?

Yes, Covenant 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 Covenant Christian School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (1,525/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Orange). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
178
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
171 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
ORANGE
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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