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#556 of 884 private schools in TX

Cornerstone Christian School

Elementary School

718 BARROW ST, Abilene, TX 79605

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on TX statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

30

Student-Teacher

6:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Abilene

#3 of 4

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#274 of 436

About Cornerstone Christian School

Cornerstone Christian School serves 30 students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade in Abilene, Texas. This small elementary school offers an intimate learning environment with just 5 full-time equivalent teachers, creating an exceptional 6.0:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for highly personalized attention and instruction. The school has earned an 8.5 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout, reflecting strong performance in the educational community.

While ranked #542 out of 884 schools statewide, placing it in the 39th percentile among Texas schools, Cornerstone Christian School's small size enables focused, individualized learning experiences that larger schools often cannot provide. Located on Barrow Street in the 79605 ZIP code area, the school serves a community where the median household income is $56,890 and median home value is $151,900. The surrounding neighborhood has a 14.3% poverty rate, with 24% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

This ZIP code area is home to nearly 29,000 residents, providing a stable community base. Cornerstone Christian School operates within Abilene's mid-size city environment, offering families a small-school alternative with the benefits of personalized education and close teacher-student relationships in a well-established Texas community.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 30 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, 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
$88,844
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$84,956
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 30 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Cornerstone Christian School compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in Abilene, TX

Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
This School
vs
14.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
30
This School
vs
476
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 56.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 40% vs 0%
Black 3.3% vs 0%
Cornerstone Christian School Abilene Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Cornerstone Christian School (this school) 6.0
CROCKETT EARLY HEADSTART 5.3
BONHAM EL 7.1
BOWIE EL 7.5
PURCELL EL 5.8
DAEP 4.0
MARTINEZ EL 6.1
AUSTIN EL 7.1
STAFFORD EL 6.9
MADISON MIDDLE 5.5
ALCORTA EL 7.2
TAYLOR COUNTY LEARNING CENTER
JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER
CLACK MIDDLE 5.6
LONG EARLY LEARNING CENTER 6.1
THOMAS EL 8.4
WOODSON CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE 6.7
MANN MIDDLE 5.6
ORTIZ EL 5.9
CRAIG MIDDLE 6.2
BASSETTI EL 7.3

Showing 20 of 31 schools. View all schools in Abilene

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

Score Breakdown

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 TX.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,190
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 52%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
D 1.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 30
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in TX

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 56.7%
Hispanic 40.0%
Black 3.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

718 BARROW ST, Abilene, TX 79605

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cornerstone Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BOWIE EL (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALCORTA EL (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BONHAM EL (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Abilene, see our Abilene schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
CROCKETT EARLY HEADSTART Abilene 0.6 mi 5.3
KENLEY SCHOOL Abilene 0.8 mi 6.2
ABILENE H S Abilene 0.9 mi 6.9
BONHAM EL Abilene 1.1 mi 7.1
TEXAS LEADERSHIP OF ABILENE San Angelo 1.4 mi 6.3
PREMIER H S OF ABILENE Lewisville 1.6 mi 7.2
PURCELL EL Abilene 1.6 mi 5.8
BOWIE EL Abilene 1.6 mi 7.5
MARTINEZ EL Abilene 1.7 mi 6.1
AUSTIN EL Abilene 1.8 mi 7.1
DAEP Abilene 1.7 mi 4.0
STAFFORD EL Abilene 1.9 mi 6.9
MADISON MIDDLE Abilene 2.0 mi 5.5
ALCORTA EL Abilene 2.1 mi 7.2
LONG EARLY LEARNING CENTER Abilene 2.4 mi 6.1
TAYLOR COUNTY LEARNING CENTER Abilene 2.3 mi
JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Abilene 2.3 mi
TAYLOR COUNTY LEARNING CENTER Merkel 2.3 mi
ST JOHNS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Abilene 2.1 mi 7.1
MANN MIDDLE Abilene 2.5 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 79605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,565

Median Home Value

$159,800

Median Rent

$1,077/mo

Population

28,257

College Educated

25%

Homeownership

57.5%

Avg Commute

14.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Median Age

34.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Cornerstone Christian School has a median household income of $59,565. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $159,800, with a median rent of $1,077/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.9%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 14 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CLEBURNE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cleburne, TX 6.0
MOSAIC ACADEMY Fort Worth, TX 6.0
SHERWOOD FOREST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Houston, TX 6.0
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bastrop, TX 5.9
LIVINGSTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Livingston, TX 6.1
LUPINE LANE Austin, TX 5.9

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 8th.

How many students attend Cornerstone Christian School?

Cornerstone Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone Christian School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Cornerstone Christian School rank in TX?

Cornerstone Christian School is ranked #556 out of 884 private schools in TX.

What is Cornerstone Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cornerstone Christian School has a composite rating of 6.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Cornerstone Christian School a private school?

Yes, Cornerstone Christian School 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 Cornerstone Christian School a religious school?

Cornerstone Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,193/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Abilene). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
30
Gender Split
37% M / 63% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
TAYLOR
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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