Very Good
#380 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 21% of private schools
Lighthouse Church School
Elementary School
1220 20TH ST, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
91
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#380 of 1,787
In Santa Monica
#4 of 10
public schools
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Lighthouse Church School
Elementary School in Santa Monica · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lighthouse Church School
Lighthouse Church School is a private elementary school in Santa Monica, CA. Lighthouse Church School serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lighthouse Church School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #380 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 91 students, Lighthouse Church School 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.
At 6.8:1 students to teachers, Lighthouse Church School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Lighthouse Church 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
BetaHow Lighthouse Church School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Monica, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lighthouse Church School (this school) | 7.2 |
| McKinley Elementary | 8.8 |
| Lincoln Middle | 9.0 |
| Franklin Elementary | 9.0 |
| Roosevelt Elementary | 8.3 |
| Edison Elementary | 8.9 |
| John Adams Middle | 8.7 |
| Grant Elementary | 9.2 |
| Will Rogers Elementary | 8.3 |
| Canyon Charter Elementary | 9.0 |
| Santa Monica Alternative (K-8) | 9.2 |
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
1220 20TH ST, Santa Monica, CA 90404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lighthouse Church School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Franklin Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McKinley Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MONICA CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Santa Monica, see our Santa Monica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lighthouse Church School
What grades does Lighthouse Church School serve?
Lighthouse Church School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Lighthouse Church School?
Lighthouse Church School has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse Church School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lighthouse Church School is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Lighthouse Church School rank in CA?
Lighthouse Church School ranks #380 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Lighthouse Church School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lighthouse Church School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lighthouse Church School a private school?
Yes, Lighthouse Church 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 Lighthouse Church School a religious school?
Lighthouse Church School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 91
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 829-1741
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