Bethel Christian (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 362 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,400
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Bethel Christian ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Bethel Christian
Pre-K	36
Kind	26
1	23
2	25
3	36
4	35
5	33
6	27
7	17
8	35
9	17
10	20
11	16
12	16

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Year Founded

1979

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

362 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

29%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

24 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

14%

Average Class Size

25 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

BCS polos, school uniform bottoms

Number of AP Courses

13 courses

Advanced Courses

AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC

AP ChemistryAP Computer Science

AP Economics (Micro)AP English Language and Composition

AP English Literature and CompositionAP Government (US)

AP Physics C: MechanicsAP Psychology

AP Spanish LanguageAP United States History

AP World History

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
Other school association(s)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,400

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Tuition Notes

Elementary School - 7400 Middle School - 8400 High School - 9900

% on Financial Aid

20%

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Jerry Gonzalez

Admissions Associate

Margaret Judnick

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

DanceFlag Football

GolfSoccer

SoftballTrack and Field

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

K-5 MusicK-5 STEAM

Arts and Music Programs:

High School Musical TheaterMiddle School Musical Theater

Preschool - 12th After-School Dance

School Notes

Bethel Christian School began in 1979 as a ministry of Bethel Baptist Church.
Bethel Christian School exists primarily to support parents in fulfilling their child-rearing responsibilities.
BCS recognizes the educational purposes of the state of California when not in conflict with Scripture.
These educational purposes include the responsibilities of individuals as citizens, the need for human relationships, the individual’s responsibility for good stewardship, and the differences in individual capabilities.
The administration, faculty and school board is dedicated by philosophy, purpose and design to the provision of a Christ-centered educational program of high quality.
Bethel Christian School shape the future by helping students to develop a love for learning and a commitment to honoring God in their daily lives.

Bethel Christian School began in 1979 as a ministry of Bethel Baptist Church.
Bethel Christian School exists primarily to support parents in fulfilling their child-rearing responsibilities.
BCS recognizes the educational purposes of the state of California when not in conflict with Scripture.
These educational purposes include the responsibilities of individuals as citizens, the need for human relationships, the individual鈥檚 responsibility for good stewardship, and the differences in individual capabilities.
The administration, faculty and school board is dedicated by philosophy, purpose and design to the provision of a Christ-centered educational program of high quality.
Bethel Christian School shape the future by helping students to develop a love for learning and a commitment to honoring God in their daily lives.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Daryle Ward '93 - Major League Baseball player for the Houston Astros, LA Dodgers, Pittsburgh Pirates, Washington Nationals, Atlanta Braves, and Chicago Cubs

Source: Verified school update

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How much does Bethel Christian cost?

Bethel Christian's tuition is approximately $7,400 for private students.

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Bethel Christian is often viewed alongside schools like Desert Christian Schools by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Bethel Christian?

The acceptance rate of Bethel Christian is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

Who are famous alumni from Bethel Christian?

Bethel Christian famous alumni include: Daryle Ward '93.

What sports does Bethel Christian offer?

Bethel Christian offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball. Bethel Christian is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.

What is Bethel Christian's ranking?

Bethel Christian ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Bethel Christian?

The application deadline for Bethel Christian is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $18,294 for elementary schools and $23,987 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).