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Golden Hills Christian School

Elementary School

2401 SHADY WILLOW LN, Brentwood, CA 94513

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

151

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

151

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

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About Golden Hills Christian School

Golden Hills Christian School is a private elementary school in Brentwood, CA. Golden Hills Christian School serves approximately 151 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Golden Hills Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,007 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it comparesOn par with CA schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 151 students, Golden Hills Christian 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.

Golden Hills Christian 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.

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How Golden Hills Christian School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Brentwood, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.9:1

This School

24.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

151

This School

878

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.1

This School

6.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 45% vs 0%

Hispanic 15.9% vs 0%

Black 8.6% vs 0%

Asian 8.6% vs 0%

Golden Hills Christian School Brentwood Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Golden Hills Christian School (this school)	—	151	15.9:1	6.1
Pioneer Elementary	0.4 mi	921	27.1:1	5.8
Loma Vista Elementary	1.4 mi	711	25.4:1	6.0
Marsh Creek Elementary	1.7 mi	793	24:1	7.4
William B. Bristow Middle	2.0 mi	1,236	23.8:1	5.3
Ron Nunn Elementary	2.1 mi	703	25.1:1	6.3
Brentwood Elementary	2.7 mi	858	25.2:1	5.7
R. Paul Krey Elementary	2.8 mi	814	23.9:1	5.9
Mary Casey Black Elementary	2.8 mi	703	26:1	6.9
Adams (J. Douglas) Middle	3.0 mi	1,119	23.8:1	7.1
Edna Hill Middle	3.3 mi	998	21.7:1	5.8
Garin Elementary	3.4 mi	802	26.7:1	6.7

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

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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

C+ 4.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.9:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 4.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,144

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 71%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 151

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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)

White 45.0%

Two or More 21.9%

Hispanic 15.9%

Black 8.6%

Asian 8.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2401 SHADY WILLOW LN, Brentwood, CA 94513

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Golden Hills Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas Gaines Virtual Academy (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Antioch), which scores notably higher. Another option is Almond Grove Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Oakley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Marsh Creek Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brentwood, see our Brentwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Pioneer Elementary Brentwood	0.4 mi	921	5.8
Heritage Baptist Academy Antioch	0.7 mi	79	—
HERITAGE BAPTIST ACADEMY Antioch	0.8 mi	93	7.2
Carmen Dragon Elementary Antioch	0.9 mi	446	3.7
Almond Grove Elementary Oakley	1.2 mi	453	7.8
Loma Vista Elementary Brentwood	1.4 mi	711	6.0
Freedom High Oakley	1.2 mi	2,478	6.1
New Light Education Antioch	1.2 mi	8	—
Successful Independent Study High School Antioch	1.7 mi	30	—
Thomas Gaines Virtual Academy Antioch	1.7 mi	291	8.1
Ron Nunn Elementary Brentwood	2.1 mi	703	6.3
Laurel Elementary Oakley	1.9 mi	367	3.7
Black Diamond Middle Antioch	1.7 mi	343	3.8
Marsh Creek Elementary Brentwood	1.7 mi	793	7.4
William B. Bristow Middle Brentwood	2.0 mi	1,236	5.3
Dozier-Libbey Medical High Antioch	1.8 mi	697	7.5
Diablo Vista Elementary Antioch	1.8 mi	499	4.2
SIERRA SCHOOLS AT ANTIOCH- DIABLO VISTA Antioch	1.8 mi	13	—
Deer Valley High Antioch	2.0 mi	1,804	5.9
O'Hara Park Middle Oakley	2.4 mi	836	4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94513 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$139,736

Median Home Value

$793,900

Median Rent

$2,449/mo

Population

68,160

College Educated

38.4%

Homeownership

81.9%

Avg Commute

41.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

40.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Golden Hills Christian School

What grades does Golden Hills Christian School serve?

Golden Hills Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Golden Hills Christian School?

Golden Hills Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 151 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Golden Hills Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Golden Hills Christian School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Golden Hills Christian School rank in CA?

Golden Hills Christian School ranks #1,007 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Golden Hills Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Golden Hills Christian 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 Golden Hills Christian School a private school?

Yes, Golden Hills Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Golden Hills Christian School a religious school?

Golden Hills Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score: 60 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 151
Gender Split: 44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 10
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 176 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Contra Costa County
Phone: (925) 634-0493

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