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#2300 of 3,177 private schools in CA
Lighthouse Christian Academy
High School
1424 Yale Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
About Lighthouse Christian Academy
Lighthouse Christian Academy is a private high school in Santa Monica, CA 90404. The school serves approximately 40 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8/10, placing it in the 27.6th percentile among private schools in CA — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in classroom attention (6.0/10), ranked among private schools in CA. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $85,081, where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Compared to the 12 public schools in Santa Monica, Lighthouse Christian Academy rates higher overall (7.8 vs 6.8 average).
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BetaHow Lighthouse Christian Academy compares to the 12 public schools in Santa Monica, CA
All Schools in Santa Monica
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lighthouse Christian Academy (this school) | 7.8 |
| McKinley Elementary | 7.4 |
| Edison Elementary | 8.8 |
| Franklin Elementary | 7.1 |
| Lincoln Middle | 8.5 |
| Grant Elementary | 7.2 |
| John Adams Middle | 7.4 |
| Will Rogers Elementary | 4.7 |
| Roosevelt Elementary | 6.6 |
| Santa Monica High | 8.4 |
| Olympic High (Continuation) | 3.4 |
| Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) | 6.9 |
| Canyon Charter Elementary | 5.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 45% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 2 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
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Location
1424 Yale Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Santa Monica | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Los Angeles | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| McKinley Elementary Santa Monica | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| St. Matthew's Parish School Santa Monica | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| ST ANNES SCHOOL Santa Monica | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| St. Anne Elementary Santa Monica | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Tarbiyatul ILM Academy Global Los Angeles | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| CROSSROADS SCHOOL FOR ARTS & SCIENCES Santa Monica | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences Santa Monica | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| New Roads School Santa Monica | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| NEW ROADS SCHOOL Santa Monica | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH SCHOOL Santa Monica | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Edison Elementary Santa Monica | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Lighthouse Church School Santa Monica | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Brockton Avenue Elementary Los Angeles | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Franklin Elementary Santa Monica | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| PACIFICA CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Santa Monica | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| University High School Charter Los Angeles | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| New West Charter Los Angeles | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| WALDORF EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Santa Monica | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,081
Median Home Value
$1,159,500
Median Rent
$2,095/mo
Population
22,881
College Educated
58.6%
Homeownership
22%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
41.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Baker High Baker, CA | 7.8 |
| Fusion Academy Pleasanton Pleasanton, CA | 7.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Santa Monica, CA | 7.8 |
| Sierra High (Continuation) Truckee, CA | 7.8 |
| Switzer Learning Center Torrance, CA | 7.8 |
| Alsion Montessori Middle/High Fremont, CA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lighthouse Christian Academy
What grades does Lighthouse Christian Academy serve?
Lighthouse Christian Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Lighthouse Christian Academy?
Lighthouse Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse Christian Academy is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lighthouse Christian Academy rank in CA?
Lighthouse Christian Academy is ranked #2300 out of 3,177 private schools in CA.
What is Lighthouse Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Lighthouse Christian Academy has a composite rating of 7.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Lighthouse Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Lighthouse Christian Academy is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 40
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Los Angeles
- Phone
- (310) 829-2522
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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