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#559 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 31% of private schools
Valley Christian Middle School
Middle School
18100 DUMONT AVE, Cerritos, CA 90703
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#559 of 1,787
In Cerritos
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Valley Christian Middle School
Valley Christian Middle School is a private middle school in Cerritos, CA. Valley Christian Middle School serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Christian Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #559 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Valley Christian Middle 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 Valley Christian Middle School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Cerritos, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Valley Christian Middle School (this school) | 6.9 |
| ABC Virtual Academy | 8.8 |
| Haskell (Pliny Fisk) Middle | 8.6 |
| ABC Secondary (Alternative) | — |
| Tetzlaff (Martin B.) Middle | 8.4 |
| Whitney (Gretchen) High | 8.9 |
| Carmenita Middle | 8.5 |
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
18100 DUMONT AVE, Cerritos, CA 90703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Christian Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cleveland Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gahr (Richard) High (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bragg Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cerritos, see our Cerritos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Cerritos | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Esther Lindstrom Elementary Bellflower | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| WONDERLAND PRESCHOOL Bellflower | 0.6 mi | — |
| BRIGHT TIME CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTER Lakewood | 0.7 mi | — |
| Gahr (Richard) High Cerritos | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Bellflower | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Mayfair High Bellflower | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| FECC CHILDREN ACADEMY Cerritos | 1.0 mi | — |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary Bellflower | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Las Flores Home Education Independent Study Academy Bellflower | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Bragg Elementary Cerritos | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Niemes (John H.) Elementary Artesia | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Southland Christian Academy Bellflower | 1.4 mi | — |
| SOUTHLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bellflower | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| MONTESSORI HOUSE OF CHILDREN Artesia | 1.3 mi | — |
| Cleveland Elementary Lakewood | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Gompers Lakewood | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Our Lady of Fatima Artesia | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$133,300
Median Home Value
$906,500
Median Rent
$2,910/mo
Population
48,607
College Educated
56.9%
Homeownership
74.5%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
47.1
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| Fortuna Middle Fortuna, CA | 6.9 |
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| AIMS College Prep Middle Oakland, CA | 7.0 |
| Bridges Preparatory Academy Compton, CA | 7.0 |
| Gateway Middle San Francisco, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Christian Middle School
What grades does Valley Christian Middle School serve?
Valley Christian Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Valley Christian Middle School?
Valley Christian Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Christian Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Christian Middle School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Valley Christian Middle School rank in CA?
Valley Christian Middle School ranks #559 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Valley Christian Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley Christian Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Valley Christian Middle School a private school?
Yes, Valley Christian Middle School is a private coeducational school with a Calvinist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Valley Christian Middle School a religious school?
Valley Christian Middle School has a Calvinist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 203
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Calvinist
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (562) 865-6519
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