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#1759 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15)

Elementary School

643 W 13TH AVE, Escondido, CA 92025

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

202

Student-Teacher

21:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

202

Student-Teacher

21:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,759 of 1,787

In Escondido

#5 of 5

public schools

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About Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15)

Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) is a private elementary school in Escondido, CA. Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) serves approximately 202 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,759 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares2.5 pts below CA schools

3.7

This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) runs 21:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) 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 Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in Escondido, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

21:1

This School

18.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

202

This School

676

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

3.7

This School

7.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 79.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 9.9% vs 0%

Asian 6.4% vs 0%

Black 2.5% vs 0%

Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) Escondido Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) (this school)	—	202	21:1	3.7
Felicita Elementary	0.2 mi	450	17.3:1	6.8
Miller Elementary	0.7 mi	392	16.3:1	7.6
Juniper Elementary	0.7 mi	563	18.2:1	7.2
Central Elementary	0.8 mi	547	19.5:1	6.5
Motivated Youth Academy	0.9 mi	212	17.7:1	5.6
Limitless Learning Academy	1.2 mi	151	13.7:1	7.6
Del Dios Academy of Arts and Sciences	1.2 mi	803	18.7:1	6.7
Bernardo Elementary	1.6 mi	631	19.1:1	7.4
Mission Middle	1.9 mi	925	18.1:1	7.0
L. R. Green Elementary	1.9 mi	742	19:1	7.0
Lincoln Elementary	1.9 mi	594	17.5:1	6.6
Bear Valley Middle	2.1 mi	945	17.8:1	6.8
Farr Avenue Elementary	2.2 mi	523	18.7:1	6.6
Classical Academy	2.2 mi	1,570	29.1:1	8.0
Pioneer Elementary	2.3 mi	616	18.7:1	5.8
Dimensions Collaborative	2.4 mi	497	20.7:1	8.5
Community Montessori	2.4 mi	788	28.1:1	7.2
Oak Hill Elementary	2.4 mi	671	19.2:1	5.2
Heritage K-8 Charter	2.5 mi	1,318	22:1	8.2
Rock Springs Elementary	2.6 mi	518	15.7:1	7.1

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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

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- 2.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 21:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 1.8 / 10

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School Day Length 5.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 997.6

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 34%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 202

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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 79.7%

Hispanic 9.9%

Asian 6.4%

Black 2.5%

Native American 1.0%

Pacific Islander 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

643 W 13TH AVE, Escondido, CA 92025

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Classical Academy (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Miller Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Limitless Learning Academy (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Escondido, see our Escondido schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Felicita Elementary Escondido	0.2 mi	450	6.8
Islamic School of Theology Escondido	0.6 mi	95	—
ST MARY SCHOOL Escondido	0.6 mi	144	6.7
Miller Elementary Escondido	0.7 mi	392	7.6
Central Elementary Escondido	0.8 mi	547	6.5
BALBOA SCHOOL Escondido	0.8 mi	46	6.5
Juniper Elementary Escondido	0.7 mi	563	7.2
Motivated Youth Academy Escondido	0.9 mi	212	5.6
Classical Academy High Escondido	1.2 mi	1,298	8.5
Del Dios Academy of Arts and Sciences Escondido	1.2 mi	803	6.7
Limitless Learning Academy Escondido	1.2 mi	151	7.6
Bernardo Elementary Escondido	1.6 mi	631	7.4
Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science Escondido	1.4 mi	757	7.3
Mission Middle Escondido	1.9 mi	925	7.0
Lincoln Elementary Escondido	1.9 mi	594	6.6
L. R. Green Elementary Escondido	1.9 mi	742	7.0
Farr Avenue Elementary Escondido	2.2 mi	523	6.6
Bear Valley Middle Escondido	2.1 mi	945	6.8
Pioneer Elementary Escondido	2.3 mi	616	5.8
Classical Academy Escondido	2.2 mi	1,570	8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,716

Median Home Value

$767,400

Median Rent

$1,823/mo

Population

50,046

College Educated

28.5%

Homeownership

42.1%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

36.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15)

What grades does Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) serve?

Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15)?

Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) has an enrollment of approximately 202 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15)?

The student-teacher ratio at Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) rank in CA?

Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) ranks #1,759 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) a private school?

Yes, Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) 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 Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) a religious school?

Grace Christian School (changed the Name 6/15) has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 78 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 30 Some Transit
Bike Score: 54 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 202
Gender Split: 49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
Teachers (FTE): 10
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day: 5.8 hours
Days Per Year: 172 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: San Diego County
Phone: (760) 747-3029

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