Very Good
#401 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 22% of private schools
Santa Clara Christian School
Elementary School
3421 MONROE ST, Santa Clara, CA 95051
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
87
Student-Teacher
7.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#401 of 1,787
In Santa Clara
#1 of 7
public schools
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Santa Clara Christian School
Elementary School in Santa Clara · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Santa Clara Christian School
Santa Clara Christian School is a private elementary school in Santa Clara, CA. Santa Clara Christian School serves approximately 87 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Clara Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #401 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 87 students, Santa Clara Christian School 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 7.2:1 students to teachers, Santa Clara Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara Christian School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Clara, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Santa Clara Christian School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Briarwood Elementary | 8.3 |
| Bracher Elementary | 4.9 |
| Bowers Elementary | 7.6 |
| Pomeroy Elementary | 5.2 |
| Central Park Elementary | 7.8 |
| Laurelwood Elementary | 9.3 |
| Scott Lane Elementary | 6.0 |
| C. W. Haman Elementary | 7.4 |
| Sutter Elementary | 8.7 |
| Wilson Alternative | 6.3 |
| Millikin Elementary | 9.2 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary | 8.8 |
| Montague Elementary | 7.6 |
| Westwood Elementary | 8.8 |
| Kathryn Hughes Elementary | 6.5 |
| Don Callejon | 8.8 |
| Washington Open Elementary | 9.2 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
3421 MONROE ST, Santa Clara, CA 95051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Clara Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laurelwood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ponderosa Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Sunnyvale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Briarwood Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Clara, see our Santa Clara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Adrian Wilcox High Santa Clara | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL Santa Clara | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Briarwood Elementary Santa Clara | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| St. Lawrence School Santa Clara | 0.7 mi | — |
| New Valley Continuation High Santa Clara | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Sunnyvale | 1.0 mi | — |
| Bracher Elementary Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Ponderosa Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Bowers Elementary Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Pomeroy Elementary Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Juan Cabrillo Middle Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Santa Clara High Santa Clara | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Marian A. Peterson Middle Sunnyvale | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| SILICON VALLEY ACADEMY Sunnyvale | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Santa Clara Community Day Santa Clara | 1.8 mi | — |
| Mission Early College High Santa Clara | 1.7 mi | 9.5 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - SANTA CLARA POMEROY Santa Clara | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Laurelwood Elementary Santa Clara | 1.8 mi | 9.3 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD CHRISTIAN CENTER Santa Clara | 1.8 mi | — |
| Rainbow Montessori Sunnyvale | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$185,632
Median Home Value
$1,623,600
Median Rent
$3,054/mo
Population
61,345
College Educated
70.7%
Homeownership
43.5%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EAST VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Jose, CA | 7.2 |
| Kenwood Elementary Kenwood, CA | 7.2 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH SCHOOL Santa Monica, CA | 7.2 |
| MONTESSORI CENTER SCHOOL Goleta, CA | 7.2 |
| MONTESSORI ON ELM Long Beach, CA | 7.2 |
| MONTESSORI ON THE LAKE Lake Forest, CA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Clara Christian School
What grades does Santa Clara Christian School serve?
Santa Clara Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Santa Clara Christian School?
Santa Clara Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 87 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Clara Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Clara Christian School is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Santa Clara Christian School rank in CA?
Santa Clara Christian School ranks #401 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Santa Clara Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Clara Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Santa Clara Christian School a private school?
Yes, Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara Christian School a religious school?
Santa Clara Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 87
- Gender Split
- 66% M / 34% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (408) 246-5423
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