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#1699 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Trinity Christian School

Elementary School

3902 KENWOOD DR, Spring Valley, CA 91977

Private

Enrollment

189

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,699 of 1,787

In Spring Valley

#2 of 2

public schools

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Trinity Christian School

4.4/10

Elementary School in Spring Valley · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Trinity Christian School

Trinity Christian School is a private elementary school in Spring Valley, CA. Trinity Christian School serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,699 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.8 pts below CA schools
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 189 students, Trinity 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.

Trinity 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

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How Trinity Christian School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Spring Valley, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
This School
vs
18.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
189
This School
vs
377
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.4
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81% vs 0%
Hispanic 10.6% vs 0%
Asian 1.1% vs 0%
Trinity Christian School Spring Valley Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Trinity Christian School (this school) 4.4
Spring Valley Academy 5.0
College Preparatory Middle 9.1
Trust Blended Learning 5.6
Sci Tech Engr Arts and Math Acad at La Presa 6.6
La Presa Elementary 5.9

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,137.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 24%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 189
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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 81.0%
Hispanic 10.6%
Native American 6.3%
Asian 1.1%
Two or More 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3902 KENWOOD DR, Spring Valley, CA 91977

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trinity Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Lemon Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is Murdock Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby La Mesa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sparrow Academy (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby La Mesa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Spring Valley, see our Spring Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
FRED FINCH YOUTH CENTER NONPUBLIC SCHOOL Spring Valley 0.3 mi
Sparrow Academy La Mesa 0.5 mi 6.8
The Learning Choice Academy - East County La Mesa 0.5 mi 6.8
Lemon Avenue Elementary La Mesa 1.2 mi 6.0
St. John of the Cross School Lemon Grove 1.1 mi
Acton Academy San Diego East La Mesa 1.2 mi
Take wing high school Spring Valley 1.3 mi
Spring Valley Academy Spring Valley 1.1 mi 5.0
Lemon Grove Early Childhood Education Center Lemon Grove 1.3 mi 7.2
Santa Sophia Academy Spring Valley 1.2 mi
Bancroft Elementary La Mesa 1.4 mi 2.8
Heartland Christian Homeschool Center, Inc. Spring Valley 1.3 mi
Brookshire International Academy La Mesa 1.3 mi
SANTA SOPHIA ACADEMY Spring Valley 1.3 mi 5.4
Mt. Vernon Elementary Lemon Grove 1.4 mi 6.8
WARREN-WALKER SCHOOL-LA MESA La Mesa 1.6 mi 5.5
Lemon Grove Academy Elementary Lemon Grove 1.4 mi 5.0
La Mesa Arts Academy La Mesa 1.4 mi 8.6
Murdock Elementary La Mesa 1.4 mi 6.9
Lemon Grove Academy for the Sciences and Humanities Lemon Grove 1.5 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91977 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,407

Median Home Value

$623,500

Median Rent

$1,897/mo

Population

62,957

College Educated

26.3%

Homeownership

62.9%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

35.3

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Achieve Charter School of Chico Chico, CA 4.4
BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Thousand Oaks, CA 4.4
Cinnabar Charter Petaluma, CA 4.4
El Mirage Adelanto, CA 4.4
FAITH CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yuba City, CA 4.4
Father Keith B. Kenny Sacramento, CA 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Trinity Christian School

What grades does Trinity Christian School serve?

Trinity Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Trinity Christian School?

Trinity Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Christian School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Trinity Christian School rank in CA?

Trinity Christian School ranks #1,699 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Trinity Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Trinity Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Trinity Christian School a private school?

Yes, Trinity Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Presbyterian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Trinity Christian School a religious school?

Trinity Christian School has a Presbyterian religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
189
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Presbyterian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
San Diego County

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