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#53 of 478 private schools in IN

Top 11% of private schools

Community Baptist Christian School

School

5715 MIAMI ST, South Bend, IN 46614

Private

Enrollment

154

Student-Teacher

6.9:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Indiana private schools

#53 of 478

In South Bend

#3 of 19

public schools

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Community Baptist Christian School

8.2/10

School in South Bend · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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2.2/10

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About Community Baptist Christian School

Community Baptist Christian School is a private school in South Bend, IN. Community Baptist Christian School serves approximately 154 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Community Baptist Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #53 of 478 private schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Community Baptist Christian School show 28% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

How it compares1.9 pts above IN schools
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • IN avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 154 students, Community Baptist 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 6.9:1 students to teachers, Community Baptist Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Community Baptist 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

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How Community Baptist Christian School compares to 36 public schools serving similar grades in South Bend, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
This School
vs
10.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
154
This School
vs
450
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.2
This School
vs
4.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 77.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 14.9% vs 0%
Black 4.5% vs 0%
Asian 2.6% vs 0%
Community Baptist Christian School South Bend Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Community Baptist Christian School (this school) 8.2
Jackson Middle School 2.2
Marshall Traditional School 4.3
Monroe Elementary School 3.2
Riley High School 5.8
Lincoln Elementary School 4.4
Studebaker Center 5.1
Juvenile Justice Center
Nuner Fine Arts Academy 3.4
Adams High School 8.0
Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend 4.8
Jefferson Traditional School 4.9
McKinley Elementary School 3.0
Harrison Elementary School 3.9
South Bend Virtual School 4.5
Rise Up Academy at Eggleston 5.3
Madison S.T.E.A.M. Academy 6.5
Excel Center - South Bend 2.6
Edison Middle School 2.9
Kennedy Academy 6.5
Muessel Elementary School 3.1

Showing 20 of 36 schools. View all schools in South Bend

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 IN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 37%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 154
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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 IN

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.6% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
42.5% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 33.8% (2025 ILEARN)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 14 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 77.9%
Hispanic 14.9%
Black 4.5%
Asian 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5715 MIAMI ST, South Bend, IN 46614

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Community Baptist Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. SOUTH BEND HEBREW DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST MATTHEW CATHEDRAL SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SOUTH BEND JUNIOR ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in South Bend, see our South Bend schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Jackson Middle School South Bend 0.8 mi 2.2
SOUTH BEND HEBREW DAY SCHOOL South Bend 0.7 mi 7.7
BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL OF INDIANA South Bend 0.7 mi
BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL OF INDIANA South Bend 0.7 mi
IRONWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Bend 1.4 mi
Marshall Traditional School South Bend 1.7 mi 4.3
YESHIVA OF SOUTH BEND South Bend 2.0 mi 5.7
Monroe Elementary School South Bend 2.2 mi 3.2
MICHIANA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Bend 2.6 mi 5.5
SOUTH BEND JUNIOR ACADEMY South Bend 2.7 mi 7.1
Riley High School South Bend 2.9 mi 5.8
ST MATTHEW CATHEDRAL SCHOOL South Bend 3.1 mi 7.4
Studebaker Center South Bend 3.1 mi 5.1
Lincoln Elementary School South Bend 3.1 mi 4.4
OUR LADY OF HUNGARY SCHOOL South Bend 3.2 mi 7.1
Meadow's Edge Elementary School Mishawaka 2.6 mi 7.0
DEPAUL ACADEMY South Bend 3.6 mi
Juvenile Justice Center South Bend 3.6 mi
MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL Mishawaka 3.3 mi 6.7
Lasalle Elementary School Mishawaka 3.5 mi 2.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46614 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,998

Median Home Value

$174,900

Median Rent

$886/mo

Population

29,339

College Educated

34.4%

Homeownership

77.7%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

41.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
GRANGER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Granger, IN 8.2
JAY COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Portland, IN 8.2
CLINTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Goshen, IN 8.3
FISHERS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fishers, IN 8.0
LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Indianapolis, IN 8.0
KING'S ACADEMY Jonesboro, IN 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Community Baptist Christian School

What grades does Community Baptist Christian School serve?

Community Baptist Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Community Baptist Christian School?

Community Baptist Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 154 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Community Baptist Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Community Baptist Christian School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Community Baptist Christian School rank in IN?

Community Baptist Christian School ranks #53 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Community Baptist Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Community Baptist Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Community Baptist Christian School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Community Baptist Christian School has 28% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).

Is Community Baptist Christian School a private school?

Yes, Community Baptist Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Community Baptist Christian School a religious school?

Community Baptist Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
154
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Baptist
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
St. Joseph County

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