Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Atherton Christian School
About the School
- Atherton Baptist school is a church striving to lead its members to a loving, learning, loyal, and lasting relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ.
- Re-establishing a Standard of Excellence in God's Church through: Education, Renovation, Rejuvenation, and Evangelization.
- At Atherton Baptist school throughout the day the children are involved in numerous learning activities.
- Some of them include learning numbers, alphabets, colors, shapes, foreign language and computers.
- In addition, singing and playing are a vital part of every child's daily experience.
- Our little ones learn Biblical stories and even memorize scriptures.
- Even our snacks and meal times are educational experiences where children learn to be appreciative for what God has given them through prayer.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Atherton Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
178 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Atherton Baptist school is a church striving to lead its members to a loving, learning, loyal, and lasting relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. Re-establishing a Standard of Excellence in God's Church through: Education, Renovation, Rejuvenation, and Evangelization. At Atherton Baptist school throughout the day the children are involved in numerous learning activities. Some of them include learning numbers, alphabets, colors, shapes, foreign language and computers. In addition, singing and playing are a vital part of every child's daily experience. Our little ones learn Biblical stories and even memorize scriptures. Even our snacks and meal times are educational experiences where children learn to be appreciative for what God has given them through prayer.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Atherton Christian School often compared to?
Atherton Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Trinity Lutheran School, St. Joseph School by visitors of our site.
What is Atherton Christian School's ranking?
Atherton Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Atherton Christian School?
The application deadline for Atherton Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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