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#1402 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Valley Christian Schools
School
17408 GRAND AVE, Bellflower, CA 90706
Enrollment
1,172
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,172
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,402 of 1,787
In Bellflower
#6 of 6
public schools
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Valley Christian Schools
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About Valley Christian Schools
Valley Christian Schools is a private school in Bellflower, CA. Valley Christian Schools serves approximately 1,172 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Christian Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,402 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Valley Christian Schools 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 Schools compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Bellflower, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Valley Christian Schools (this school) | 5.4 |
| Las Flores Home Education Independent Study Academy | 5.4 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary | 6.9 |
| Mayfair High | 6.9 |
| Esther Lindstrom Elementary | 5.1 |
| Craig Williams Elementary | 4.1 |
| Bellflower Alternative Education Center | — |
| Bellflower High | 7.3 |
| Ramona Elementary | 6.1 |
| Frank E. Woodruff Elementary | 4.9 |
| Somerset High | 5.8 |
| Washington Elementary | 3.3 |
| Stephen Foster Elementary | 7.0 |
| Ernie Pyle Elementary | 5.6 |
| Intensive Learning Center | 5.2 |
| Albert Baxter Elementary | 5.1 |
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
17408 GRAND AVE, Bellflower, CA 90706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Christian Schools may also want to explore other schools in the area. VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS (rated 5.5/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Cerritos), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Las Flores Home Education Independent Study Academy (rated 5.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bellflower, see our Bellflower schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WONDERLAND PRESCHOOL Bellflower | 0.2 mi | — |
| Las Flores Home Education Independent Study Academy Bellflower | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Cerritos | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary Bellflower | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Mayfair High Bellflower | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cerritos | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Southland Christian Academy Bellflower | 0.8 mi | — |
| SOUTHLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bellflower | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Esther Lindstrom Elementary Bellflower | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| ST BERNARD SCHOOL Bellflower | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| St. Bernard Bellflower | 1.0 mi | — |
| Gahr (Richard) High Cerritos | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| BRIGHT TIME CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTER Lakewood | 1.2 mi | — |
| FECC CHILDREN ACADEMY Cerritos | 1.2 mi | — |
| Bellflower High Bellflower | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Anna M. Glazier Elementary Norwalk | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Frank E. Woodruff Elementary Bellflower | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Craig Williams Elementary Bellflower | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Bellflower Alternative Education Center Bellflower | 1.4 mi | — |
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
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| California Virtual Academy at Maricopa Simi Valley, CA | 5.4 |
| ROSE & ALEX PILIBOS ARMENIAN SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA | 5.4 |
| RANCHO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Temecula, CA | 5.5 |
| STEVENSON SCHOOL - PEBBLE BEACH CAMPUS Pebble Beach, CA | 5.5 |
| San Joaquin County Community Stockton, CA | 5.5 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Cerritos, CA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Christian Schools
What grades does Valley Christian Schools serve?
Valley Christian Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Valley Christian Schools?
Valley Christian Schools has an enrollment of approximately 1,172 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Christian Schools?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Christian Schools is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Valley Christian Schools rank in CA?
Valley Christian Schools ranks #1,402 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Valley Christian Schools's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley Christian Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Schools a private school?
Yes, Valley Christian Schools 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 Schools a religious school?
Valley Christian Schools has a Calvinist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,172
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 78
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Calvinist
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (562) 860-0556
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