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Hope Christian Academy

Middle School

6015 W AVE J-8, Lancaster, CA 93536

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.1

Grades

1st – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.1

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#1,015 of 1,787

In Lancaster

#6 of 8

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About Hope Christian Academy

Hope Christian Academy is a private middle school in Lancaster, CA. Hope Christian Academy serves approximately 46 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hope Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,015 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.4 pts below CA schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 46 students, Hope Christian Academy 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.

Hope Christian Academy 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 Hope Christian Academy compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Lancaster, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.7:1

This School

24.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

579

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.1

This School

4.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 50% vs 0%

Hispanic 28.3% vs 0%

Black 6.5% vs 0%

Asian 4.3% vs 0%

Hope Christian Academy Lancaster Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Hope Christian Academy (this school)	—	46	10.7:1	6.1
Sundown Elementary	0.2 mi	889	26.9:1	2.7
West Wind Elementary	2.4 mi	777	25.9:1	5.2
Nancy Cory Elementary	2.6 mi	715	26.5:1	4.1
Valley View Elementary	3.4 mi	682	25.3:1	3.6
Del Sur Senior Elementary	3.9 mi	758	27.1:1	3.1
John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary	3.9 mi	652	25.1:1	6.4
Lancaster Alternative and Virtual Academies	4.7 mi	263	21.9:1	7.0
Sunnydale Elementary	4.8 mi	504	26.5:1	3.7
Desert View Elementary	4.8 mi	718	25.6:1	3.4
Monte Vista Elementary	5.0 mi	792	25.5:1	2.9
Sierra Elementary	5.2 mi	711	28.4:1	4.3
The Leadership Academy	5.3 mi	39	13:1	3.0
RISE	5.3 mi	10	5:1	—
Mariposa Elementary	5.6 mi	732	26.1:1	4.1
Life Source International Charter	5.7 mi	210	30:1	6.2
Joshua Elementary	6.2 mi	574	27.3:1	2.9
iLEAD Lancaster Charter	6.4 mi	795	27.4:1	6.0
El Dorado Elementary	6.5 mi	742	25.6:1	3.5
Linda Verde Elementary	6.7 mi	638	26.6:1	4.8
Jack Northrop Elementary	7.1 mi	658	26.3:1	3.9

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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

B+ 6.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.7:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 5.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,178

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 66%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 3.2 / 10

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Enrollment 46

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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 50.0%

Hispanic 28.3%

Pacific Islander 8.7%

Black 6.5%

Asian 4.3%

Two or More 2.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6015 W AVE J-8, Lancaster, CA 93536

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hope Christian Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Joe Walker Middle (rated 5.7/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Amargosa Creek Middle (rated 4.0/10, 3.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Endeavour Middle (rated 3.3/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
NOAH'S ARK - HOPE CHAPEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lancaster	0.0 mi	66	6.9
Sundown Elementary Lancaster	0.2 mi	889	2.7
Anapasec Adventures Lancaster	1.3 mi	6	—
Fabunni Private School Lancaster	1.2 mi	7	—
Quartz Hill High Quartz Hill	1.7 mi	3,170	5.4
Academies of the Antelope Valley Quartz Hill	1.7 mi	668	4.7
Eduventuring Academy PSP Quartz Hill	1.6 mi	7	—
Endeavour Middle Lancaster	1.5 mi	780	3.3
Academy of Divergent Learners Quartz Hill	1.8 mi	6	—
Joe Walker Middle Lancaster	2.2 mi	818	5.7
Small Wonders Preschool & Learning Center Quartz Hill	2.1 mi	9	—
West Wind Elementary Lancaster	2.4 mi	777	5.2
Quartz Hill Elementary Quartz Hill	3.0 mi	875	4.1
Nancy Cory Elementary Lancaster	2.6 mi	715	4.1
Lancaster High Lancaster	2.8 mi	2,697	3.8
SOAR High (Students On Academic Rise) Lancaster	2.8 mi	646	7.5
Valley View Elementary Lancaster	3.4 mi	682	3.6
Amargosa Creek Middle Lancaster	3.3 mi	954	4.0
Gregg Anderson Academy Palmdale	4.1 mi	904	4.7
PARACLETE HIGH SCHOOL Lancaster	3.8 mi	548	5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93536 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,927

Median Home Value

$484,900

Median Rent

$1,946/mo

Population

72,013

College Educated

26.5%

Homeownership

69.3%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

36.8

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ATHENA ACADEMY Palo Alto, CA	58	6.2
PATHWAY SCHOOL INC. Laguna Hills, CA	44	5.9
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hope Christian Academy

What grades does Hope Christian Academy serve?

Hope Christian Academy serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Hope Christian Academy?

Hope Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hope Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Hope Christian Academy is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hope Christian Academy rank in CA?

Hope Christian Academy ranks #1,015 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Hope Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Hope Christian Academy 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 Hope Christian Academy a private school?

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

Is Hope Christian Academy a religious school?

Hope Christian Academy has a Pentecostal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 34 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 1st – 5th
Enrollment: 46
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 4
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Pentecostal
School Day: 6.2 hours
Days Per Year: 190 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Los Angeles County
Phone: (661) 943-4440

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