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#1001 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Vhm Christian School
Elementary School
427 CAPITOLA RD EXT, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,001 of 1,787
In Santa Cruz
#5 of 8
public schools
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About Vhm Christian School
Vhm Christian School is a private elementary school in Santa Cruz, CA. Vhm Christian School serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Vhm Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,001 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, Vhm 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.
Vhm 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 Vhm Christian School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Cruz, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Vhm Christian School (this school) | 6.1 |
| Green Acres Elementary | 8.1 |
| Tierra Pacifica Charter | 6.7 |
| Ocean Alternative Education Center | 7.4 |
| Live Oak Elementary | 7.5 |
| De Laveaga Elementary | 6.8 |
| Shoreline Middle | 7.6 |
| Gault Elementary | 6.0 |
| Branciforte Middle | 7.4 |
| Del Mar Elementary | 6.7 |
| Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch | 6.7 |
| Ark Independent Studies | 4.9 |
| Alternative Family Education | 5.8 |
| Santa Cruz Gardens Elementary | 5.4 |
| Mission Hill Middle | 6.8 |
| Santa Cruz County Community | 6.9 |
| Santa Cruz County Special Education | 4.8 |
| Santa Cruz County Court | — |
| Bay View Elementary | 6.1 |
| Happy Valley Elementary | 8.4 |
| Westlake Elementary | 6.2 |
Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Santa Cruz
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
427 CAPITOLA RD EXT, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vhm Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Green Acres Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Live Oak Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ocean Alternative Education Center (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Cruz, see our Santa Cruz schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VHM Christian School Santa Cruz | 0.0 mi | — |
| THE BAY SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Harbor High Santa Cruz | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Green Acres Elementary Santa Cruz | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Tierra Pacifica Charter Santa Cruz | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Ocean Alternative Education Center Santa Cruz | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| MIDTOWN MONTESSORI Santa Cruz | 0.4 mi | — |
| Live Oak Elementary Santa Cruz | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| De Laveaga Elementary Santa Cruz | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| SANTA CRUZ CHILDRENS SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Santa Cruz Children's School Santa Cruz | 0.7 mi | — |
| Shoreline Middle Santa Cruz | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Del Mar Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Gault Elementary Santa Cruz | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Branciforte Middle Santa Cruz | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Santa Cruz | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Santa Cruz City Elementary Alternative Education-Monarch Santa Cruz | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Ark Independent Studies Santa Cruz | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Costanoa Continuation High Santa Cruz | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Alternative Family Education Santa Cruz | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,261
Median Home Value
$1,064,600
Median Rent
$2,291/mo
Population
36,047
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
53.6%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
42.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vhm Christian School
What grades does Vhm Christian School serve?
Vhm Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Vhm Christian School?
Vhm Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vhm Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Vhm Christian School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Vhm Christian School rank in CA?
Vhm Christian School ranks #1,001 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Vhm Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Vhm Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Vhm Christian School a private school?
Yes, Vhm Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Vhm Christian School a religious school?
Vhm Christian School has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 62
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Phone
- (831) 475-4762
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