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#1011 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Southland Christian Academy
Elementary School
16400 WOODRUFF AVE, Bellflower, CA 90706
Enrollment
133
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
133
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,011 of 1,787
In Bellflower
#2 of 6
public schools
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Southland Christian Academy
Elementary School in Bellflower · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Southland Christian Academy
Southland Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Bellflower, CA. Southland Christian Academy serves approximately 133 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Southland Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,011 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 133 students, Southland Christian Academy 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.
Southland Christian Academy 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 Southland Christian Academy compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Bellflower, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Southland Christian Academy (this school) | 6.1 |
| Las Flores Home Education Independent Study Academy | 5.4 |
| Frank E. Woodruff Elementary | 4.9 |
| Washington Elementary | 3.3 |
| Ramona Elementary | 6.1 |
| Ernie Pyle Elementary | 5.6 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary | 6.9 |
| Craig Williams Elementary | 4.1 |
| Albert Baxter Elementary | 5.1 |
| Esther Lindstrom Elementary | 5.1 |
| Bellflower Alternative Education Center | — |
| Stephen Foster Elementary | 7.0 |
| Intensive Learning Center | 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
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
16400 WOODRUFF AVE, Bellflower, CA 90706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southland Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas Jefferson Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST BERNARD SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ramona Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bellflower, see our Bellflower schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southland Christian Academy Bellflower | 0.0 mi | — |
| Las Flores Home Education Independent Study Academy Bellflower | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Frank E. Woodruff Elementary Bellflower | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Bellflower High Bellflower | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Bellflower | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ST BERNARD SCHOOL Bellflower | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| St. Bernard Bellflower | 0.8 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary Bellflower | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| WONDERLAND PRESCHOOL Bellflower | 0.9 mi | — |
| Ernie Pyle Elementary Bellflower | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary Bellflower | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Anna M. Glazier Elementary Norwalk | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Ramona Elementary Bellflower | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Cerritos | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ADVENTIST UNION SCHOOL Bellflower | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Adventist Union School Bellflower | 1.1 mi | — |
| Somerset High Bellflower | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Mayfair High Bellflower | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cerritos | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JOHN BOSCO Bellflower | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,602
Median Home Value
$661,100
Median Rent
$1,771/mo
Population
77,396
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
38.1%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
35.9
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|---|---|
| Albion Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.1 |
| Collegeville Elementary Stockton, CA | 6.1 |
| GOLDEN HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brentwood, CA | 6.1 |
| INDEPENDENCE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anaheim, CA | 6.1 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL REDDING Redding, CA | 6.1 |
| NATIVITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Menlo Park, CA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southland Christian Academy
What grades does Southland Christian Academy serve?
Southland Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Southland Christian Academy?
Southland Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 133 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southland Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Southland Christian Academy is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Southland Christian Academy rank in CA?
Southland Christian Academy ranks #1,011 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Southland Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Southland Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Southland Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Southland Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Pentecostal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Southland Christian Academy a religious school?
Southland Christian Academy has a Pentecostal religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 133
- Gender Split
- 75% M / 25% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Pentecostal
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (562) 867-8594
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