Very Good
#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
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
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2021-22
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
BetaHow Covenant Christian School compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in Orange, CA
Student Demographics
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 |
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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
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.
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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
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
- Phone
- (714) 998-4852
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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