Very Good
#437 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 24% of private schools
Sunland Christian School
School
13216 LEACH ST, Sylmar, CA 91342
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#437 of 1,787
In Sylmar
#1 of 3
public schools
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Sunland Christian School
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About Sunland Christian School
Sunland Christian School is a private school in Sylmar, CA. Sunland Christian School serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 2.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunland Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #437 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 97 students, Sunland 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 2.6:1 students to teachers, Sunland Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sunland 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 Sunland Christian School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Sylmar, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sunland Christian School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Hubbard Street Elementary | 6.9 |
| Harding Street Elementary | 7.4 |
| Discovery Charter Preparatory #2 | 6.5 |
| Evergreen Continuation | 6.1 |
| Sylmar Biotech Health and Engineering Magnet | 8.7 |
| Sylmar Charter High | 7.5 |
| Sylmar Elementary | 7.9 |
| Dyer Street Elementary | 7.4 |
| Olive Vista Middle | 7.8 |
| Sylmar Leadership Academy | 7.9 |
| Osceola Street Elementary | 6.8 |
| Herrick Avenue Elementary | 6.1 |
| El Dorado Avenue Elementary | 6.2 |
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
13216 LEACH ST, Sylmar, CA 91342
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunland Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Cesar E. Chavez Lrng Acads-Arts/Theatre/Entertain Mag (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby San Fernando), which scores notably higher. Another option is PUC Community Charter Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Burbank), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sylmar Biotech Health and Engineering Magnet (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sylmar, see our Sylmar schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91342 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,480
Median Home Value
$641,100
Median Rent
$1,965/mo
Population
93,513
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
67.7%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
37.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunland Christian School
What grades does Sunland Christian School serve?
Sunland Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Sunland Christian School?
Sunland Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunland Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunland Christian School is 2.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sunland Christian School rank in CA?
Sunland Christian School ranks #437 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Sunland Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunland Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sunland Christian School a private school?
Yes, Sunland 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 Sunland Christian School a religious school?
Sunland Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 97
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 5.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (818) 523-6791
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