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Redwood Christian Elementary School

Elementary School

19300 REDWOOD RD, Castro Valley, CA 94546

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

280

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Enrollment

280

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,212 of 1,787

In Castro Valley

#2 of 4

public schools

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About Redwood Christian Elementary School

Redwood Christian Elementary School is a private elementary school in Castro Valley, CA. Redwood Christian Elementary School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Redwood Christian Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,212 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.4 pts below CA schools

5.8

This school 5.8 · Average
CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Redwood Christian Elementary 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 Redwood Christian Elementary School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Castro Valley, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

18.1:1

This School

23.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

280

This School

431

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.8

This School

7.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 21.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 18.2% vs 0%

Black 16.8% vs 0%

Asian 15.4% vs 0%

Redwood Christian Elementary School Castro Valley Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Redwood Christian Elementary School (this school)	—	280	18.1:1	5.8
Marshall Elementary	0.6 mi	495	24.8:1	7.8
Castro Valley Elementary	0.6 mi	494	23.5:1	7.6
Proctor Elementary	0.8 mi	596	24.8:1	8.4
Vannoy Elementary	0.8 mi	502	23.9:1	7.0
Chabot Elementary	0.9 mi	470	23.5:1	8.3
Stanton Elementary	1.1 mi	520	24.8:1	5.7
Castro Valley Virtual Academy	1.2 mi	47	11.8:1	7.6
Independent Elementary	1.3 mi	661	24.5:1	6.6
Jensen Ranch Elementary	2.4 mi	381	25.4:1	7.6
Palomares Elementary	2.8 mi	144	24:1	5.2

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 3.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.1:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,085.5

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 10.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 79%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 280

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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)

Two or More 26.4%

White 21.4%

Hispanic 18.2%

Black 16.8%

Asian 15.4%

Native American 1.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

19300 REDWOOD RD, Castro Valley, CA 94546

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Redwood Christian Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Proctor Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chabot Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Marshall Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Castro Valley, see our Castro Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Castro Valley High Castro Valley	0.2 mi	2,842	7.4
Marshall Elementary Castro Valley	0.6 mi	495	7.8
OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Castro Valley	0.6 mi	196	6.4
Castro Valley Elementary Castro Valley	0.6 mi	494	7.6
Our Lady of Grace School Castro Valley	0.6 mi	142	—
Proctor Elementary Castro Valley	0.8 mi	596	8.4
Creekside Middle Castro Valley	0.8 mi	749	8.4
Vannoy Elementary Castro Valley	0.8 mi	502	7.0
OneSchool Global - San Francisco Castro Valley	0.9 mi	35	—
ANCHOR EDUCATION Castro Valley	0.9 mi	30	4.7
Chabot Elementary Castro Valley	0.9 mi	470	8.3
Redwood Continuation High Castro Valley	1.2 mi	118	5.2
Roy A. Johnson High Castro Valley	1.2 mi	20	—
Castro Valley Virtual Academy Castro Valley	1.2 mi	47	7.6
Stanton Elementary Castro Valley	1.1 mi	520	5.7
Rising Star Sped Academy Hayward	1.4 mi	88	—
THE MONTESSORI GIVING TREE Castro Valley	1.5 mi	14	—
Canyon Middle Castro Valley	1.2 mi	1,432	6.8
Independent Elementary Castro Valley	1.3 mi	661	6.6
MISSION HILLS SCHOOL Castro Valley	1.4 mi	157	5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94546 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,780

Median Home Value

$976,300

Median Rent

$2,506/mo

Population

45,848

College Educated

41.4%

Homeownership

65.8%

Avg Commute

33.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

42.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Redwood Christian Elementary School

What grades does Redwood Christian Elementary School serve?

Redwood Christian Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Redwood Christian Elementary School?

Redwood Christian Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Redwood Christian Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Redwood Christian Elementary School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Redwood Christian Elementary School rank in CA?

Redwood Christian Elementary School ranks #1,212 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Redwood Christian Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Redwood Christian Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Redwood Christian Elementary School a private school?

Yes, Redwood Christian Elementary 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 Redwood Christian Elementary School a religious school?

Redwood Christian Elementary School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 28 Some Transit
Bike Score: 48 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment: 280
Gender Split: 54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 16
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 167 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Alameda County
Phone: (510) 537-4288

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