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#1358 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Rancho Christian School

School

31300 RANCHO COMMUNITY WAY, Temecula, CA 92592

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

914

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

914

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,358 of 1,787

In Temecula

#2 of 5

public schools

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About Rancho Christian School

Rancho Christian School is a private school in Temecula, CA. Rancho Christian School serves approximately 914 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Rancho Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,358 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.8 pts below CA schools

5.5

This school 5.5 · Average
CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

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

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.2:1

This School

23.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

914

This School

1,053

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.5

This School

5.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 51.5% vs 0%

Asian 13.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 8.5% vs 0%

Black 3.2% vs 0%

Rancho Christian School Temecula Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Rancho Christian School (this school)	—	914	16.2:1	5.5
Erle Stanley Gardner Middle	0.7 mi	1,069	25.5:1	7.3
Rancho Vista High	0.9 mi	210	15:1	6.6
Susan H. Nelson	0.9 mi	263	20.2:1	3.9
Temecula Luiseno Elementary	1.1 mi	783	25.3:1	6.3
Red Hawk Elementary	1.1 mi	536	24.4:1	6.9
Paloma Elementary	1.7 mi	542	21.7:1	6.9
Temecula Valley High	1.7 mi	2,735	24.9:1	7.0
Helen Hunt Jackson Elementary	1.9 mi	473	24.9:1	6.1
Abby Reinke Elementary	1.9 mi	601	23.1:1	6.8
Pauba Valley Elementary	2.0 mi	553	24:1	6.9
Temecula Middle	2.0 mi	1,029	25.1:1	6.2
Vail Elementary	2.1 mi	514	21.4:1	3.6
Great Oak High	2.2 mi	3,007	25.5:1	7.6
Vail Ranch Middle	2.2 mi	800	22.2:1	6.9
Vintage Hills Elementary	2.3 mi	539	23.4:1	4.7
Crowne Hill Elementary	2.6 mi	496	22.5:1	5.4
Temecula Elementary	2.7 mi	495	22.5:1	4.8
Tony Tobin Elementary	2.8 mi	736	23:1	6.3
Margarita Middle	2.8 mi	741	22.5:1	5.0
Elite Academic Academy - Mountain Empire	3.1 mi	853	13.1:1	7.4

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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 16.2:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 6.6 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,239

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 65%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 4.2 / 10

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Enrollment 914

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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 51.5%

Pacific Islander 14.9%

Asian 13.8%

Hispanic 8.5%

Native American 4.4%

Two or More 3.7%

Black 3.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

31300 RANCHO COMMUNITY WAY, Temecula, CA 92592

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rancho Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. JCS - Pine Hills (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Julian), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LINFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Temecula, see our Temecula schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Erle Stanley Gardner Middle Temecula	0.7 mi	1,069	7.3
Rancho Vista High Temecula	0.9 mi	210	6.6
Susan H. Nelson Temecula	0.9 mi	263	3.9
Temecula Luiseno Elementary Temecula	1.1 mi	783	6.3
Red Hawk Elementary Temecula	1.1 mi	536	6.9
JCS - Pine Hills Julian	1.3 mi	755	8.4
Linfield Christian School Temecula	1.7 mi	1,208	—
Trinity Lutheran Kindergarten Temecula	1.6 mi	9	—
Temecula Valley High Temecula	1.7 mi	2,735	7.0
TRINITY LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Temecula	1.6 mi	12	—
Paloma Elementary Temecula	1.7 mi	542	6.9
Van Avery Prep Temecula	1.6 mi	563	—
VAN AVERY PREP Temecula	1.6 mi	567	5.3
LINFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Temecula	1.8 mi	1,136	4.9
Helen Hunt Jackson Elementary Temecula	1.9 mi	473	6.1
Abby Reinke Elementary Temecula	1.9 mi	601	6.8
Temecula Middle Temecula	2.0 mi	1,029	6.2
Vail Elementary Temecula	2.1 mi	514	3.6
Great Oak High Temecula	2.2 mi	3,007	7.6
Vintage Hills Elementary Temecula	2.3 mi	539	4.7

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 Rancho Christian School

What grades does Rancho Christian School serve?

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

How many students attend Rancho Christian School?

Rancho Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 914 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Rancho Christian School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Rancho Christian School rank in CA?

Rancho Christian School ranks #1,358 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Rancho Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rancho Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Rancho Christian School a private school?

Yes, Rancho 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 Rancho Christian School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 53 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 17 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 32 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 914
Gender Split: 55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 56
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 177 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Riverside County
Phone: (951) 303-1408

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