Below Average
#1631 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Highlands Christian Schools
Elementary School
1900 MONTEREY DR, San Bruno, CA 94066
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,631 of 1,787
In San Bruno
#3 of 3
public schools
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Highlands Christian Schools
Elementary School in San Bruno · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Highlands Christian Schools
Highlands Christian Schools is a private elementary school in San Bruno, CA. Highlands Christian Schools serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Highlands Christian Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,631 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Highlands Christian Schools 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
BetaHow Highlands Christian Schools compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in San Bruno, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Highlands Christian Schools (this school) | 4.7 |
| Portola Elementary | 7.5 |
| John Muir Elementary | 6.8 |
| Monte Verde Elementary | 9.0 |
| Parkside Intermediate | 5.2 |
| Allen (Decima M.) Elementary | 4.5 |
| Belle Air Elementary | 3.1 |
| Lomita Park Elementary | 3.7 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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
1900 MONTEREY DR, San Bruno, CA 94066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlands Christian Schools may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monte Verde Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meadows Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Millbrae), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Portola Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Bruno, see our San Bruno schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Portola Elementary San Bruno | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Wings Learning Center San Bruno | 0.6 mi | — |
| Stratford School - San Bruno Crestmoor Canyon San Bruno | 0.7 mi | — |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL San Bruno | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Monte Verde Elementary San Bruno | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| John Muir Elementary San Bruno | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Westborough Middle South San Francisco | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Ponderosa Elementary South San Francisco | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Veronica Catholic School South San Francisco | 1.9 mi | — |
| ST VERONICA CATHOLIC SCHOOL South San Francisco | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Parkside Intermediate San Bruno | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Baden High (Continuation) South San Francisco | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Allen (Decima M.) Elementary San Bruno | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| South San Francisco High South San Francisco | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| ST ROBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Bruno | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Buri Buri Elementary South San Francisco | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Skyline Elementary Daly City | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Los Cerritos Elementary South San Francisco | 2.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Meadows Elementary Millbrae | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Vallemar Elementary Pacifica | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,976
Median Home Value
$1,199,400
Median Rent
$2,696/mo
Population
42,875
College Educated
43.5%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
39.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highlands Christian Schools
What grades does Highlands Christian Schools serve?
Highlands Christian Schools serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Highlands Christian Schools?
Highlands Christian Schools has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands Christian Schools?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlands Christian Schools is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Highlands Christian Schools rank in CA?
Highlands Christian Schools ranks #1,631 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Highlands Christian Schools's MySchoolScout rating?
Highlands Christian Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Highlands Christian Schools a private school?
Yes, Highlands Christian Schools 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 Highlands Christian Schools a religious school?
Highlands Christian Schools has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 353
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Phone
- (650) 873-4090
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