Below Average

#1569 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Linfield Christian School

School

31950 PAUBA RD, Temecula, CA 92592

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

1,136

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

1,136

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,569 of 1,787

In Temecula

#4 of 5

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About Linfield Christian School

Linfield Christian School is a private school in Temecula, CA. Linfield Christian School serves approximately 1,136 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Linfield Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,569 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.4 pts below CA schools

4.9

This school 4.9 · Below Average
CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Linfield 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.

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How Linfield Christian School compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Temecula, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.3:1

This School

23.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

1,136

This School

1,053

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.9

This School

5.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.1% vs 0%

Asian 11.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 4.9% vs 0%

Black 2.1% vs 0%

Linfield Christian School Temecula Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Linfield Christian School (this school)	—	1,136	16.3:1	4.9
Paloma Elementary	0.1 mi	542	21.7:1	6.9
Temecula Middle	0.5 mi	1,029	25.1:1	6.2
Vintage Hills Elementary	0.5 mi	539	23.4:1	4.7
Temecula Valley High	0.8 mi	2,735	24.9:1	7.0
Rancho Vista High	1.0 mi	210	15:1	6.6
Susan H. Nelson	1.0 mi	263	20.2:1	3.9
Abby Reinke Elementary	1.2 mi	601	23.1:1	6.8
Margarita Middle	1.7 mi	741	22.5:1	5.0
Rancho Elementary	1.7 mi	460	24.2:1	4.8
Crowne Hill Elementary	1.7 mi	496	22.5:1	5.4
Vail Elementary	1.8 mi	514	21.4:1	3.6
Vail Ranch Middle	2.1 mi	800	22.2:1	6.9
Temecula Elementary	2.2 mi	495	22.5:1	4.8
Erle Stanley Gardner Middle	2.3 mi	1,069	25.5:1	7.3
Red Hawk Elementary	2.4 mi	536	24.4:1	6.9
Pauba Valley Elementary	2.5 mi	553	24:1	6.9
Temecula Luiseno Elementary	2.7 mi	783	25.3:1	6.3
James L. Day Middle	2.9 mi	924	22.5:1	7.2
Helen Hunt Jackson Elementary	3.0 mi	473	24.9:1	6.1
River Springs Charter	3.1 mi	7,548	26.7:1	6.5

Showing 20 of 33 schools. View all schools in Temecula

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

C+ 4.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.3:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,400

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 33%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 3.1 / 10

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Enrollment 1,136

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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 80.1%

Asian 11.4%

Hispanic 4.9%

Black 2.1%

Native American 1.2%

Two or More 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

31950 PAUBA RD, Temecula, CA 92592

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Linfield Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Home INstead INnovation Academy (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Temecula Ca), which scores notably higher. Another option is Erle Stanley Gardner Middle (rated 7.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Temecula Valley High (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Temecula, see our Temecula schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Paloma Elementary Temecula	0.1 mi	542	6.9
Linfield Christian School Temecula	0.3 mi	1,208	—
Vintage Hills Elementary Temecula	0.5 mi	539	4.7
Home INstead INnovation Academy Temecula Ca	0.5 mi	273	8.9
Temecula Middle Temecula	0.5 mi	1,029	6.2
Temecula Valley High Temecula	0.8 mi	2,735	7.0
Rancho Vista High Temecula	1.0 mi	210	6.6
Susan H. Nelson Temecula	1.0 mi	263	3.9
Abby Reinke Elementary Temecula	1.2 mi	601	6.8
Trinity Lutheran Kindergarten Temecula	1.4 mi	9	—
TRINITY LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Temecula	1.4 mi	12	—
Rancho Elementary Temecula	1.7 mi	460	4.8
RANCHO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Temecula	1.8 mi	914	5.5
Margarita Middle Temecula	1.7 mi	741	5.0
Crowne Hill Elementary Temecula	1.7 mi	496	5.4
Vail Elementary Temecula	1.8 mi	514	3.6
Erle Stanley Gardner Middle Temecula	2.3 mi	1,069	7.3
Red Hawk Elementary Temecula	2.4 mi	536	6.9
Vail Ranch Middle Temecula	2.1 mi	800	6.9
Van Avery Prep Temecula	2.2 mi	563	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92592 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,475

Median Home Value

$664,000

Median Rent

$2,580/mo

Population

80,933

College Educated

41.1%

Homeownership

78.6%

Avg Commute

37.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Linfield Christian School

What grades does Linfield Christian School serve?

Linfield Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Linfield Christian School?

Linfield Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 1,136 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Linfield Christian School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Linfield Christian School rank in CA?

Linfield Christian School ranks #1,569 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Linfield Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Linfield Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Linfield Christian School a private school?

Yes, Linfield 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 Linfield Christian School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 17 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 25 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 1,136
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 70
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 200 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Riverside County
Phone: (951) 676-8111

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