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Green Valley Christian School

Elementary School

376 S GREEN VALLEY RD, Watsonville, CA 95076

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

161

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

161

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,290 of 1,787

In Watsonville

#4 of 5

public schools

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About Green Valley Christian School

Green Valley Christian School is a private elementary school in Watsonville, CA. Green Valley Christian School serves approximately 161 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Green Valley Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,290 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.6 pts below CA schools

5.6

This school 5.6 · Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 161 students, Green Valley 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.

Green Valley 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Green Valley Christian School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Watsonville, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

This School

21.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

161

This School

430

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.6

This School

4.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.3% vs 0%

Black 3.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 3.1% vs 0%

Asian 1.9% vs 0%

Green Valley Christian School Watsonville Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Green Valley Christian School (this school)	—	161	13:1	5.6
H. A. Hyde Elementary	0.5 mi	444	17.8:1	5.3
Pacific Coast Charter	0.7 mi	197	24.6:1	7.6
Starlight Elementary	0.7 mi	414	20.7:1	4.9
Cesar E. Chavez Middle	0.8 mi	547	21:1	4.6
Rolling Hills Middle	0.8 mi	610	21.8:1	4.4
Amesti Elementary	1.1 mi	424	18.4:1	4.0
Landmark Elementary	1.3 mi	405	19.3:1	4.3
Calabasas Elementary	1.3 mi	497	22.6:1	4.7
T. S. MacQuiddy Elementary	1.3 mi	424	22.3:1	3.2
Mintie White Elementary	1.4 mi	499	22.7:1	4.3
E. A. Hall Middle	1.5 mi	556	23.2:1	3.7
Radcliff Elementary	1.6 mi	417	19.9:1	3.4
Ann Soldo Elementary	1.8 mi	366	21.5:1	5.3
PVUSD Virtual Academy	1.8 mi	74	24.7:1	7.6
Lakeview Middle	1.9 mi	410	21.6:1	3.5
Linscott Charter	2.0 mi	259	28.8:1	5.0
Ceiba College Preparatory Academy	2.0 mi	507	18.8:1	6.1
Pajaro Middle	2.7 mi	286	20.4:1	4.7
Watsonville Charter School of the Arts	3.0 mi	408	21.5:1	5.3
Alianza Charter	3.2 mi	648	22.3:1	7.9

Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Watsonville

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

B 5.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 3.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 25%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 161

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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 86.3%

Two or More 5.0%

Black 3.7%

Hispanic 3.1%

Asian 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

376 S GREEN VALLEY RD, Watsonville, CA 95076

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Green Valley Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Watsonville Prep (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Hollister), which scores notably higher. Another option is MORELAND NOTRE DAME SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, H. A. Hyde Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Watsonville, see our Watsonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Freedom Elementary Freedom	0.3 mi	499	3.6
Diamond Technology Institute Watsonville	0.5 mi	83	8.9
Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter Freedom	0.5 mi	167	5.2
H. A. Hyde Elementary Watsonville	0.5 mi	444	5.3
Starlight Elementary Watsonville	0.7 mi	414	4.9
Pacific Coast Charter Watsonville	0.7 mi	197	7.6
Cesar E. Chavez Middle Watsonville	0.8 mi	547	4.6
Rolling Hills Middle Watsonville	0.8 mi	610	4.4
Amesti Elementary Watsonville	1.1 mi	424	4.0
New School Community Day Watsonville	1.2 mi	40	6.2
Landmark Elementary Watsonville	1.3 mi	405	4.3
Calabasas Elementary Watsonville	1.3 mi	497	4.7
MORELAND NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Watsonville	1.4 mi	263	5.5
Moreland Notre Dame Watsonville	1.4 mi	256	—
T. S. MacQuiddy Elementary Watsonville	1.3 mi	424	3.2
Pajaro Valley High Watsonville	1.5 mi	1,428	6.1
Mintie White Elementary Watsonville	1.4 mi	499	4.3
Radcliff Elementary Watsonville	1.6 mi	417	3.4
E. A. Hall Middle Watsonville	1.5 mi	556	3.7
Watsonville Prep Hollister	1.7 mi	461	8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,685

Median Home Value

$767,200

Median Rent

$1,851/mo

Population

82,409

College Educated

19.3%

Homeownership

56.2%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

36.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Bend Elementary Cottonwood, CA	97	5.6
HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Petaluma, CA	139	5.6
Johnstonville Elementary Susanville, CA	198	5.6
KING'S SCHOOLS OF THE DESERT Palm Springs, CA	209	5.6
Knights Ferry Elementary Knights Ferry, CA	119	5.6
Leapwood Avenue Elementary Carson, CA	215	5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Green Valley Christian School

What grades does Green Valley Christian School serve?

Green Valley Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Green Valley Christian School?

Green Valley Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 161 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Green Valley Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Green Valley Christian School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Green Valley Christian School rank in CA?

Green Valley Christian School ranks #1,290 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Green Valley Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Green Valley Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Green Valley Christian School a private school?

Yes, Green Valley 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 Green Valley Christian School a religious school?

Green Valley Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 39 Some Transit
Bike Score: 59 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 161
Gender Split: 62% M / 38% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Teachers (FTE): 12
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Santa Cruz County
Phone: (831) 724-6505

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