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#1539 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Pacific Christian School
Elementary School
3435 SANTA MARIA WAY, Santa Maria, CA 93455
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,539 of 1,787
In Santa Maria
#4 of 4
public schools
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Pacific Christian School
Elementary School in Santa Maria · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pacific Christian School
Pacific Christian School is a private elementary school in Santa Maria, CA. Pacific Christian School serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pacific Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,539 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Pacific Christian School runs 20.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Pacific 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Pacific Christian School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Maria, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pacific Christian School (this school) | 5.0 |
| Family Partnership Charter | 8.8 |
| Olive Grove Charter - Orcutt/Santa Maria | 6.9 |
| Bill Libbon Elementary | 7.7 |
| Jimenez Roberto and Dr. Francisco Elementary | 7.9 |
| Battles (Washington) Elementary | 5.1 |
| Liberty Elementary | 5.1 |
| Adam (William Laird) Elementary | 6.0 |
| Miller (Isaac) Elementary | 5.9 |
| Sanchez (David J.) Elementary | 6.8 |
| Arellanes (Don Juan Bautista) Elementary | 7.5 |
| Fairlawn Elementary | 6.3 |
| Alvin Elementary | 5.7 |
| Bruce (Robert) Elementary | 5.2 |
| Tunnell (Martin Luther) Elementary | 6.8 |
| Rice (William) Elementary | 4.6 |
| Oakley (Calvin C.) Elementary | 5.0 |
| Taylor (Ida Redmond) Elementary | 4.4 |
| Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary | 6.8 |
| Bonita Elementary | 4.8 |
| Benjamin Foxen Elementary | 7.7 |
Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Santa Maria
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
3435 SANTA MARIA WAY, Santa Maria, CA 93455
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pacific Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jimenez Roberto and Dr. Francisco Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bill Libbon Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Orcutt School for Independent Study (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Orcutt), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Maria, see our Santa Maria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alice Shaw Elementary Orcutt | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Joe Nightingale Elementary Orcutt | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Santa Maria | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Lakeview Junior High Orcutt | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Ernest Righetti High Santa Maria | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Santa Maria | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Ralph Dunlap Elementary Orcutt | 1.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Orcutt School for Independent Study Orcutt | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Patterson Road Elementary Orcutt | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Family Partnership Charter Santa Maria | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Delta High Santa Maria | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Olive Grove Charter - Orcutt/Santa Maria Santa Maria | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Bill Libbon Elementary Santa Maria | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ST LOUIS DE MONTFORT Santa Maria | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| St. Louis de Montfort Elementary Santa Maria | 2.3 mi | — |
| Battles (Washington) Elementary Santa Maria | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Trivium Charter Lompoc | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Orcutt Junior High Orcutt | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Orcutt Academy Charter Orcutt | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Jimenez Roberto and Dr. Francisco Elementary Santa Maria | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93455 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,501
Median Home Value
$572,700
Median Rent
$2,267/mo
Population
44,350
College Educated
31.6%
Homeownership
77.8%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pacific Christian School
What grades does Pacific Christian School serve?
Pacific Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Pacific Christian School?
Pacific Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pacific Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pacific Christian School is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Pacific Christian School rank in CA?
Pacific Christian School ranks #1,539 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Pacific Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pacific Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pacific Christian School a private school?
Yes, Pacific Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Assembly of God affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Pacific Christian School a religious school?
Pacific Christian School has a Assembly of God religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 259
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Assembly of God
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Phone
- (805) 934-1253
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