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Cornerstone Christian School
Elementary School
400 ELM ST, Sweetwater, TX 79556
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
6.1:1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Cornerstone Christian School
Cornerstone Christian School is an Church of Christ private elementary school in Sweetwater, TX 79556. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades Pre-K – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.1:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $48,582, where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 28 students, Cornerstone Christian School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6.1:1, Cornerstone Christian School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Cornerstone Christian School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2024 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $95,190
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $91,024
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 0.96x — Tight
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 75%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $4.5M
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 28 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Cornerstone Christian School compares to the 6 public schools in Sweetwater, TX
Student Demographics
All Schools in Sweetwater
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cornerstone Christian School (this school) | — |
| SWEETWATER INT | 7.8 |
| SWEETWATER MIDDLE | 5.9 |
| SWEETWATER H S | 5.5 |
| EAST RIDGE EL | 5.1 |
| SOUTHEAST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER | — |
| SOUTHEAST EL | 6.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Private · Church of Christ
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Address
- 400 ELM ST, Sweetwater, TX 79556
- Phone
- (325) 235-1500
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in TX aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
400 ELM ST, Sweetwater, TX 79556
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cornerstone Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MERKEL EL (rated 8.2/10, 22.6 miles away, in nearby Merkel). Another option is SWEETWATER INT (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away). Additionally, SOUTHEAST EL (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away). For more schools in Sweetwater, see our Sweetwater schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SWEETWATER INT Sweetwater | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| SWEETWATER MIDDLE Sweetwater | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| SWEETWATER H S Sweetwater | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| EAST RIDGE EL Sweetwater | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| SOUTHEAST EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Sweetwater | 1.4 mi | — |
| SOUTHEAST EL Sweetwater | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ROSCOE COLLEGIATE MONTESSORI EARLY CHILDHOOD Roscoe | 7.9 mi | 4.8 |
| LONE STAR ONLINE ACADEMY Roscoe | 8.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ROSCOE EL Roscoe | 8.2 mi | 3.7 |
| ROSCOE COLLEGIATE H S Roscoe | 8.2 mi | 7.2 |
| HIGHLAND SCHOOL Roscoe | 11.1 mi | 7.8 |
| ROBY CISD Roby | 18.7 mi | 5.3 |
| TRENT INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Trent | 16.1 mi | 7.1 |
| LORAINE SCHOOL Loraine | 18.5 mi | 7.5 |
| HERMLEIGH SCHOOL Hermleigh | 22.8 mi | 7.1 |
| MERKEL H S Merkel | 22.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ROTAN K-12 Rotan | 26.5 mi | 8.4 |
| MERKEL EL Merkel | 22.6 mi | 8.2 |
| MERKEL MIDDLE Merkel | 22.8 mi | 7.1 |
| BLACKWELL SCHOOL Blackwell | 26.8 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79556 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,582
Median Home Value
$97,800
Median Rent
$855/mo
Population
12,593
College Educated
12.6%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
15.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
36.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cornerstone Christian School has a median household income of $48,582. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $97,800, with a median rent of $855/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 15 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cornerstone Christian School
What grades does Cornerstone Christian School serve?
Cornerstone Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Cornerstone Christian School?
Cornerstone Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone Christian School is 6.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Cornerstone Christian School a private school?
Yes, Cornerstone Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Church of Christ affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Cornerstone Christian School a religious school?
Cornerstone Christian School has a Church of Christ religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,660/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Sweetwater). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Church of Christ
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- NOLAN
- Phone
- (325) 235-1500
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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