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Mission Viejo Christian School

Elementary School

24701 SAN DOVAL LN, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

521

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

521

Student-Teacher

18.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

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#1,408 of 1,787

In Mission Viejo

#2 of 4

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About Mission Viejo Christian School

Mission Viejo Christian School is a private elementary school in Mission Viejo, CA. Mission Viejo Christian School serves approximately 521 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mission Viejo Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,408 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.8 pts below CA schools

5.4

This school 5.4 · Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Mission Viejo 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 Mission Viejo Christian School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Mission Viejo, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

18.6:1

This School

21:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

521

This School

413

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.4

This School

7.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 64.7% vs 0%

Asian 14% vs 0%

Hispanic 9.6% vs 0%

Black 3.1% vs 0%

Mission Viejo Christian School Mission Viejo Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Mission Viejo Christian School (this school)	—	521	18.6:1	5.4
Esperanza Education Center	0.5 mi	77	12.8:1	3.8
La Paz Intermediate	0.5 mi	707	22.8:1	7.8
SVUSD Virtual Academy (Alternative)	0.5 mi	161	12.4:1	6.8
Montevideo Elementary	0.6 mi	456	22.8:1	6.0
De Portola Elementary	0.6 mi	567	28.4:1	7.9
Linda Vista Magnet Elementary	0.7 mi	278	21.4:1	5.6
Del Cerro Elementary	0.7 mi	381	22.4:1	7.6
Castille Elementary	0.9 mi	497	22.6:1	9.0
Fred Newhart Middle	1.1 mi	1,083	19.7:1	7.7
La Tierra Early Childhood Center	1.3 mi	1	—:1	—
Los Alisos Intermediate	1.5 mi	611	20.4:1	6.3
Glen Yermo Elementary	1.7 mi	318	17.7:1	7.9
Bathgate Elementary	2.0 mi	579	24.1:1	8.1
Philip J. Reilly Elementary	2.1 mi	418	20.9:1	9.0
Viejo Elementary	2.2 mi	451	25.1:1	7.8
Carl Hankey Elementary	2.5 mi	318	24.5:1	7.7
Carl Hankey Middle	2.6 mi	175	14.6:1	8.4
Del Lago Elementary	3.1 mi	359	23.9:1	3.9

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 3.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.6:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.5 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,296

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 54%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 6.0 / 10

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Enrollment 521

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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 64.7%

Asian 14.0%

Hispanic 9.6%

Two or More 5.8%

Black 3.1%

Pacific Islander 1.9%

Native American 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

24701 SAN DOVAL LN, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mission Viejo Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Castille Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is De Portola Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Del Cerro Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mission Viejo, see our Mission Viejo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
MISSION VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mission Viejo	0.0 mi	517	4.3
Robert H. Lange Preschool Mission Viejo	0.2 mi	15	—
Esperanza Education Center Mission Viejo	0.5 mi	77	3.8
Wolf valley of the arts Mission Viejo	0.4 mi	81	—
La Paz Intermediate Mission Viejo	0.5 mi	707	7.8
Mission Viejo High Mission Viejo	0.5 mi	1,628	7.3
Montevideo Elementary Mission Viejo	0.6 mi	456	6.0
SVUSD Virtual Academy (Alternative) Mission Viejo	0.5 mi	161	6.8
Linda Vista Magnet Elementary Mission Viejo	0.7 mi	278	5.6
Sonrisa School Mission Viejo	0.7 mi	12	—
De Portola Elementary Mission Viejo	0.6 mi	567	7.9
Del Cerro Elementary Mission Viejo	0.7 mi	381	7.6
Castille Elementary Mission Viejo	0.9 mi	497	9.0
Pillars Academy Mission Viejo	1.2 mi	15	—
PILLARS ACADEMY Mission Viejo	1.2 mi	12	—
Valencia Elementary Laguna Hills	1.1 mi	524	7.2
Fred Newhart Middle Mission Viejo	1.1 mi	1,083	7.7
Fusion Academy Mission Viejo Mission Viejo	1.3 mi	42	—
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT ALICIA Laguna Hills	1.2 mi	5	—
GUIDEPOST AT LAS FLORES Laguna Hills	1.2 mi	42	7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92691 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$135,779

Median Home Value

$916,800

Median Rent

$2,517/mo

Population

46,618

College Educated

46.5%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

44.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mission Viejo Christian School

What grades does Mission Viejo Christian School serve?

Mission Viejo Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Mission Viejo Christian School?

Mission Viejo Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 521 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mission Viejo Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mission Viejo Christian School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mission Viejo Christian School rank in CA?

Mission Viejo Christian School ranks #1,408 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Mission Viejo Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mission Viejo Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mission Viejo Christian School a private school?

Yes, Mission Viejo 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 Mission Viejo Christian School a religious school?

Mission Viejo Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 28 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 521
Gender Split: 60% M / 40% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 28
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Orange County
Phone: (949) 465-1950

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