Very Good
#331 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 19% of private schools
Valor Christian Academy
Elementary School
525 EARLE LN, Redondo Beach, CA 90278
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#331 of 1,787
In Redondo Beach
#3 of 5
public schools
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Valor Christian Academy
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About Valor Christian Academy
Valor Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Redondo Beach, CA. Valor Christian Academy serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Valor Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #331 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Valor 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 Valor Christian Academy compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Redondo Beach, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Valor Christian Academy (this school) | 7.3 |
| Jefferson Elementary | 8.4 |
| Washington Elementary | 8.1 |
| Adams Middle | 7.4 |
| Birney Elementary | 8.9 |
| Redondo Beach Virtual Learning | — |
| Beryl Heights Elementary | 7.0 |
| Madison Elementary | 7.6 |
| Parras (Nick G.) Middle | 7.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 7.4 |
| Alta Vista Elementary | 8.3 |
| Tulita Elementary | 8.6 |
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
525 EARLE LN, Redondo Beach, CA 90278
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valor Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Birney Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Towers Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Torrance), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Redondo Beach, see our Redondo Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Towers Elementary Torrance | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Jefferson Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Washington Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Birney Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Adams Middle Redondo Beach | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Redondo Beach Virtual Learning Redondo Beach | 0.8 mi | — |
| Bert M. Lynn Middle Torrance | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Hermosa Beach | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Academy of the Arts Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| ACADEMY OF THE ARTS Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Beryl Heights Elementary Redondo Beach | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| West High Torrance | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Patricia Dreizler Continuation High Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Redondo Beach Learning Academy Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | — |
| Madison Elementary Redondo Beach | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Aegean Academy Redondo Beach | 1.1 mi | — |
| Parras (Nick G.) Middle Redondo Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Victor Elementary Torrance | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| SOUTH BAY JUNIOR ACADEMY Torrance | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Torrance | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90278 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,581
Median Home Value
$1,195,700
Median Rent
$2,417/mo
Population
42,536
College Educated
62.5%
Homeownership
57.7%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
38.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valor Christian Academy
What grades does Valor Christian Academy serve?
Valor Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Valor Christian Academy?
Valor Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valor Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Valor Christian Academy is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Valor Christian Academy rank in CA?
Valor Christian Academy ranks #331 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Valor Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Valor Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Valor Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Valor Christian Academy 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 Valor Christian Academy a religious school?
Valor Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 217
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 798-5181
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