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Monarch Christian Academy

Elementary School

136 PIEDMONT RD, Milpitas, CA 95035

Private

Enrollment

58

Student-Teacher

7.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#554 of 1,787

In Milpitas

#3 of 4

public schools

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Monarch Christian Academy

6.9/10

Elementary School in Milpitas · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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About Monarch Christian Academy

Monarch Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Milpitas, CA. Monarch Christian Academy serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Monarch Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #554 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.7 pts above CA schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 58 students, Monarch 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.

At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Monarch Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Monarch 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 Monarch Christian Academy compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Milpitas, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
This School
vs
25:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
58
This School
vs
559
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 69% vs 0%
Hispanic 17.2% vs 0%
Black 8.6% vs 0%
White 5.2% vs 0%
Monarch Christian Academy Milpitas Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Monarch Christian Academy (this school) 6.9
Alexander Rose Elementary 7.1
William Burnett Elementary 7.9
Robert Randall World Languages 4.6
John Sinnott Elementary 8.6
Marshall Pomeroy Elementary 8.6
Curtner Elementary 8.7
Joseph Weller Elementary 8.5
Anthony Spangler Elementary 7.6
Mabel Mattos Elementary 5.9
Pearl Zanker Elementary 7.1

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)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,344
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 48%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Enrollment 58
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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)

Asian 69.0%
Hispanic 17.2%
Black 8.6%
White 5.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

136 PIEDMONT RD, Milpitas, CA 95035

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Monarch Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John Sinnott Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northwood Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby San Jose), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Majestic Way Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby San Jose), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milpitas, see our Milpitas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Alexander Rose Elementary Milpitas 0.5 mi 7.1
MERRYHILL SCHOOL 1074 Milpitas 0.8 mi 7.3
William Burnett Elementary Milpitas 0.7 mi 7.9
Calaveras Hills Milpitas 0.7 mi 6.9
Rancho Milpitas Middle Milpitas 0.9 mi 9.1
Robert Randall World Languages Milpitas 0.8 mi 4.6
John Sinnott Elementary Milpitas 1.0 mi 8.6
FOOTHILL ADVENTST SCHOOL Milpitas 1.3 mi 6.9
Foothill Adventist Elementary Milpitas 1.3 mi
Laneview Elementary San Jose 1.6 mi 6.4
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Milpitas 1.4 mi
Morrill Middle San Jose 1.8 mi 7.9
Majestic Way Elementary San Jose 2.0 mi 8.3
Northwood Elementary San Jose 2.1 mi 8.5
Stratford Milpitas Beresford Square Milpitas 1.7 mi
Milpitas High Milpitas 1.9 mi 8.4
Milpitas Middle College High Milpitas 2.0 mi 5.7
Stratford Preparatory Milpitas Milpitas 2.2 mi
Thomas Russell Middle Milpitas 2.1 mi 8.9
Sierramont Middle San Jose 2.4 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$176,723

Median Home Value

$1,180,700

Median Rent

$3,110/mo

Population

78,479

College Educated

58.6%

Homeownership

59.3%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

36.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
All Tribes Elementary Charter Valley Center, CA 6.9
FOOTHILL ADVENTST SCHOOL Milpitas, CA 6.9
Gravenstein First Sebastopol, CA 6.9
Liberty Primary Petaluma, CA 6.9
NOAH'S ARK - HOPE CHAPEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lancaster, CA 6.9
THE CONCORDIA SCHOOL Concord, CA 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Monarch Christian Academy

What grades does Monarch Christian Academy serve?

Monarch Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Monarch Christian Academy?

Monarch Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Monarch Christian Academy is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Monarch Christian Academy rank in CA?

Monarch Christian Academy ranks #554 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Monarch Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Monarch Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Monarch Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Monarch Christian Academy 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 Monarch Christian Academy a religious school?

Monarch Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
12 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
58
Gender Split
43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
192 days
Setting
Small City
County
Santa Clara County

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