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#1239 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Yreka Sda Christian School
Elementary School
346 PAYNE LN, Yreka, CA 96097
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,239 of 1,787
In Yreka
#1 of 2
public schools
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Yreka Sda Christian School
Elementary School in Yreka · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yreka Sda Christian School
Yreka Sda Christian School is a private elementary school in Yreka, CA. Yreka Sda Christian School serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Yreka Sda Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,239 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, Yreka Sda 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.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Yreka Sda Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Yreka Sda 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 Yreka Sda Christian School compares to the 6 public schools in Yreka, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Yreka
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yreka Sda Christian School (this school) | 5.7 |
| Evergreen Elementary | 6.5 |
| Siskiyou County Special Education | 4.2 |
| Jackson Street Elementary | 4.7 |
| Discovery High | 4.2 |
| Yreka Union High Community Day | — |
| Yreka High | 7.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
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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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
346 PAYNE LN, Yreka, CA 96097
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yreka Sda Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fort Jones Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Fort Jones), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montague Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Montague), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hornbrook Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 14.1 miles away, in nearby Hornbrook), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yreka, see our Yreka schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Yreka Adventist Christian School Yreka | 0.0 mi | — |
| COVENANT CHAPEL BIBLE ACADEMY Yreka | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Covenant Chapel Bible Academy Yreka | 0.3 mi | — |
| Evergreen Elementary Yreka | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Siskiyou County Special Education Yreka | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Jackson Street Elementary Yreka | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Northern United - Siskiyou Charter Eureka | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Yreka Union High Community Day Yreka | 1.5 mi | — |
| Discovery High Yreka | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Yreka High Yreka | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Delphic Elementary Montague | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Montague Elementary Montague | 6.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Grenada Elementary Grenada | 7.9 mi | 4.6 |
| SCOTT VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Jones | 11.6 mi | — |
| Hornbrook Elementary Hornbrook | 14.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Willow Creek Elementary Montague | 12.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Scott Valley Junior High Fort Jones | 12.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Borchard Academy Fort Jones | 12.7 mi | — |
| Fort Jones Elementary Fort Jones | 12.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Gazelle Elementary Gazelle | 14.9 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96097 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,105
Median Home Value
$256,400
Median Rent
$984/mo
Population
10,220
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
63.9%
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
41.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yreka Sda Christian School
What grades does Yreka Sda Christian School serve?
Yreka Sda Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Yreka Sda Christian School?
Yreka Sda Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yreka Sda Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Yreka Sda Christian School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yreka Sda Christian School rank in CA?
Yreka Sda Christian School ranks #1,239 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Yreka Sda Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Yreka Sda Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Yreka Sda Christian School a private school?
Yes, Yreka Sda 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 Yreka Sda Christian School a religious school?
Yreka Sda Christian School has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Siskiyou County
- Phone
- (530) 842-7071
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