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#695 of 1,787 private schools in CA

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Hillcrest Christian School

School

449 E WILBUR RD, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

408

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

408

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#695 of 1,787

In Thousand Oaks

#2 of 7

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About Hillcrest Christian School

Hillcrest Christian School is a private school in Thousand Oaks, CA. Hillcrest Christian School serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillcrest Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #695 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.3 pts above CA schools

6.6

This school 6.6 · Average
CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest Christian School compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Thousand Oaks, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

This School

20.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

408

This School

533

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.6

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 66.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 15.7% vs 0%

Asian 6.4% vs 0%

Black 2% vs 0%

Hillcrest Christian School Thousand Oaks Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Hillcrest Christian School (this school)	—	408	13:1	6.6
Glenwood Elementary	0.5 mi	225	18.8:1	4.9
Acacia Magnet School for Enriched Learning	0.8 mi	369	19.4:1	5.3
Colina Middle	1.1 mi	796	20.9:1	6.2
Redwood Middle	1.1 mi	653	23.3:1	6.0
Conejo Valley High (Continuation)	1.3 mi	82	9.1:1	5.3
Aspen Elementary	1.3 mi	288	18:1	7.5
Madrona Elementary	1.5 mi	261	17.4:1	4.8
Meadows Arts and Technology Elementary	1.6 mi	400	25:1	6.5
Thousand Oaks High	1.7 mi	1,728	21.3:1	6.8
Conejo Academy of Leadership and Language Immersion	1.7 mi	251	19.3:1	4.2
Century Academy	1.8 mi	230	12.8:1	7.4
BRIDGES Charter	1.9 mi	378	23.6:1	7.3
Los Cerritos Middle	2.1 mi	720	21.2:1	7.8
Ladera STARS Academy	2.2 mi	327	19.2:1	8.4
Wildwood Elementary	2.4 mi	379	21.1:1	9.0
Weathersfield Elementary	2.7 mi	440	22:1	8.7
Lang Ranch	3.1 mi	677	23.3:1	8.3
Compass Charter Schools of San Diego	3.1 mi	790	19.3:1	6.8
Compass Charter Schools of Los Angeles	3.1 mi	956	23.9:1	6.2
Compass Charter School of Yolo	3.1 mi	706	25.2:1	5.7

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

B 5.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 13:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.2 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,278.4

Diversity & Inclusion

B 5.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 52%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 408

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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 66.2%

Hispanic 15.7%

Two or More 9.8%

Asian 6.4%

Black 2.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

449 E WILBUR RD, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hillcrest Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Aspen Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Century Academy (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Thousand Oaks High (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Thousand Oaks, see our Thousand Oaks schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Glenwood Elementary Thousand Oaks	0.5 mi	225	4.9
Malibu Cove Private Thousand Oaks	0.6 mi	83	—
Acacia Magnet School for Enriched Learning Thousand Oaks	0.8 mi	369	5.3
St. Paschal Baylon Elementary Thousand Oaks	1.0 mi	251	—
ST PASCHAL BAYLON SCHOOL Thousand Oaks	1.0 mi	253	5.5
Redwood Middle Thousand Oaks	1.1 mi	653	6.0
BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Thousand Oaks	1.2 mi	222	4.4
Carden Conejo School Thousand Oaks	1.2 mi	117	—
Colina Middle Thousand Oaks	1.1 mi	796	6.2
Ascension Lutheran Thousand Oaks	1.1 mi	169	—
ASCENSION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Thousand Oaks	1.2 mi	133	5.4
Conejo Valley High (Continuation) Thousand Oaks	1.3 mi	82	5.3
Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks	1.3 mi	288	7.5
St. Patrick's Episcopal Day School Thousand Oaks	1.5 mi	129	—
Thousand Oaks High Thousand Oaks	1.7 mi	1,728	6.8
ST PATRICK'S EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Thousand Oaks	1.5 mi	129	6.7
ST PATRICKS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Thousand Oaks	1.5 mi	129	5.9
Madrona Elementary Thousand Oaks	1.5 mi	261	4.8
Century Academy Thousand Oaks	1.8 mi	230	7.4
FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY Thousand Oaks	1.6 mi	23	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,729

Median Home Value

$887,000

Median Rent

$2,412/mo

Population

42,315

College Educated

43.9%

Homeownership

69.1%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

43.3

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NEW ROADS SCHOOL Santa Monica, CA	548	6.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hillcrest Christian School

What grades does Hillcrest Christian School serve?

Hillcrest Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Hillcrest Christian School?

Hillcrest Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest Christian School rank in CA?

Hillcrest Christian School ranks #695 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Hillcrest Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hillcrest Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hillcrest Christian School a private school?

Yes, Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest Christian School a religious school?

Hillcrest Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 70 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 25 Some Transit
Bike Score: 40 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 408
Gender Split: 49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
Teachers (FTE): 32
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 188 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Ventura County
Phone: (805) 497-7501

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