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Mount Calvary Christian Academy
Elementary School
3961 Alta Mesa Drive, Redding, CA 96002
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
31
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2024-25
Updated 2024-25
About Mount Calvary Christian Academy
Mount Calvary Christian Academy is an private elementary school in Redding, CA 96002. The school serves approximately 31 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 7.8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $74,230, where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 31 students, Mount Calvary Christian Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.8:1, Mount Calvary Christian Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Mount Calvary Christian Academy operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Mount Calvary Christian Academy compares to 36 public schools serving similar grades in Redding, CA
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mount Calvary Christian Academy (this school) | — |
| Alta Mesa Elementary | 7.7 |
| Shasta Meadows Elementary | 5.1 |
| Lassen View Elementary | 8.5 |
| Redding Collegiate Academy | 5.9 |
| PACE Academy | 5.2 |
| Rother Elementary | 6.0 |
| Parsons Junior High | 6.9 |
| Mistletoe Elementary | 4.8 |
| Columbia Elementary | 6.2 |
| Shasta County Juvenile Court | 7.2 |
| Bonny View Elementary | 4.5 |
| Stellar Charter | 6.5 |
| Redding Community Day | — |
| Juniper | 8.6 |
| Pacheco Elementary | 7.3 |
| Redding School of the Arts | 6.6 |
| Monarch Learning Center | 6.7 |
| Cypress Elementary | 6.7 |
| Sequoia Middle | 5.5 |
| Boulder Creek Elementary | 7.9 |
Showing 20 of 36 schools. View all schools in Redding
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 31 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Address
- 3961 Alta Mesa Drive, Redding, CA 96002
- Phone
- (530) 221-2451
- Data Year
- SY 2024-25
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
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Location
3961 Alta Mesa Drive, Redding, CA 96002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Calvary Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lassen View Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away). Another option is Alta Mesa Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away). Additionally, Columbia Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 2.5 miles away). For more schools in Redding, see our Redding schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOUNT CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Redding | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Alta Mesa Elementary Redding | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Shasta Meadows Elementary Redding | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Enterprise High Redding | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL REDDING Redding | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| REDDING ADVENTIST ACADEMY Redding | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Redding Adventist Academy Redding | 1.8 mi | — |
| Redding Collegiate Academy Redding | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| PACE Academy Redding | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Lassen View Elementary Redding | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| California Heritage Youthbuild Academy II Redding | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Rother Elementary Redding | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Parsons Junior High Redding | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Barry Family Household School Redding | 2.1 mi | — |
| Mistletoe Elementary Redding | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| ShadyMontessori Elementary of Shady Oaks Redding | 2.6 mi | — |
| Columbia Elementary Redding | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Pacheco Elementary Redding | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Redding School of the Arts Redding | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Redding Community Day Redding | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,230
Median Home Value
$347,500
Median Rent
$1,281/mo
Population
34,023
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
16.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
38.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Mount Calvary Christian Academy has a median household income of $74,230. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $347,500, with a median rent of $1,281/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.4%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Calvary Christian Academy
What grades does Mount Calvary Christian Academy serve?
Mount Calvary Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Mount Calvary Christian Academy?
Mount Calvary Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 31 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Calvary Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Calvary 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.
Is Mount Calvary Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Mount Calvary Christian Academy is a private coeducational school. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,399/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Redding). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2024-25)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 31
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- County
- Shasta
- Phone
- (530) 221-2451
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
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