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#1702 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Lighthouse Christian Academy

School

16053 ASHLAND AVE, San Lorenzo, CA 94580

Private

Enrollment

97

Student-Teacher

48.5:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,702 of 1,787

In San Lorenzo

#4 of 4

public schools

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Lighthouse Christian Academy

4.4/10

School in San Lorenzo · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lighthouse Christian Academy

Lighthouse Christian Academy is a private school in San Lorenzo, CA. Lighthouse Christian Academy serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 48.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lighthouse Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,702 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.9 pts below CA schools
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 97 students, Lighthouse 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.

Lighthouse Christian Academy runs 48.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Lighthouse 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Lighthouse Christian Academy compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in San Lorenzo, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
48.5:1
This School
vs
21.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
97
This School
vs
594
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.4
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 33% vs 0%
Black 16.5% vs 0%
White 10.3% vs 0%
Asian 6.2% vs 0%
Lighthouse Christian Academy San Lorenzo Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Lighthouse Christian Academy (this school) 4.4
Edendale Middle 5.2
Hesperian Elementary 4.4
East Bay Arts High 5.7
San Lorenzo High 5.0
Grant Elementary 5.2
Arroyo High 7.5
Bohannon Middle 5.3
Del Rey Elementary 5.6
Bay Elementary 5.8
KIPP Summit Academy 9.4
KIPP King Collegiate High 9.0

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
D 1.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 48.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 990
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 78%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Enrollment 97
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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)

Hispanic 33.0%
Black 16.5%
Two or More 13.4%
White 10.3%
Native American 10.3%
Pacific Islander 10.3%
Asian 6.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

16053 ASHLAND AVE, San Lorenzo, CA 94580

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lighthouse Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIES JAMES BALDWIN ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby San Leandro), which scores notably higher. Another option is LEA'S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Lorenzo, see our San Lorenzo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Edendale Middle San Lorenzo 0.2 mi 5.2
INTERNATIONAL BIBLE BAPTIST ACADEMY San Leandro 0.3 mi
International Bible Baptist Academy San Leandro 0.3 mi
Hillside Elementary San Leandro 0.3 mi 4.8
Hesperian Elementary San Lorenzo 0.4 mi 4.4
San Lorenzo High San Lorenzo 0.7 mi 5.0
East Bay Arts High San Lorenzo 0.7 mi 5.7
ST JOHN CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Lorenzo 0.7 mi 7.0
St. John Catholic School San Lorenzo 0.8 mi
Seneca Family of Agencies- James Baldwin Academy San Leandro 0.8 mi
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SAN LEANDRO San Leandro 0.8 mi
SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIES JAMES BALDWIN ACADEMY San Leandro 0.9 mi 7.8
Colonial Acres Elementary Hayward 1.0 mi 3.2
Alameda County Juvenile Hall/Court San Leandro 1.3 mi 5.7
MISSION HILLS SCHOOL Castro Valley 1.2 mi 5.1
Jefferson Elementary San Leandro 1.4 mi 5.0
Lorenzo Manor Elementary Hayward 1.6 mi 4.5
Grant Elementary San Lorenzo 1.5 mi 5.2
Lea's Christian San Lorenzo 1.7 mi
LEA'S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Lorenzo 1.7 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94580 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,106

Median Home Value

$820,100

Median Rent

$2,164/mo

Population

28,866

College Educated

25.7%

Homeownership

73.6%

Avg Commute

33 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lighthouse Christian Academy

What grades does Lighthouse Christian Academy serve?

Lighthouse Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Lighthouse Christian Academy?

Lighthouse Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse Christian Academy is 48.5:1. 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 ranks #1,702 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Lighthouse Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Lighthouse Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Lighthouse Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Lighthouse 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 Lighthouse Christian Academy a religious school?

Lighthouse Christian Academy has a Pentecostal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
85 Very Walkable
Transit Score
66 Good Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
97
Gender Split
6% M / 94% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
48.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Pentecostal
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Alameda County

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