Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Friendly Christian Academy
About the School
- Friendly Christian Academy in Oceanside, CA, enrolls 45 students from pre–kindergarten through 5th grade in a Christian–affiliated, coeducational setting.
- The school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, supported by three full–time teachers.
- Serving an urban large town neighborhood, this California private elementary school offers programs for early childhood and primary education.
- Friendly Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for diversity, with 100% students of color representation.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Friendly Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
45 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Friendly Christian Academy often compared to?
Friendly Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Montessori School Of Oceanside by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Friendly Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Friendly Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Friendly Christian Academy located?
Friendly Christian Academy is located in the Loma Alta neighborhood of Oceanside, CA.
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
Popular comparisons: Friendly Christian Academy vs. Montessori School Of Oceanside
The nearest high school to Friendly Christian Academy is Army and Navy Academy (2.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Mary Star Of The Sea School (1.0 miles away)
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Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 183 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
515 Wisconsin Ave
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 722-7259
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: K-8 | 97 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 1
Seventh Day Adventist
1943 California St
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 722-6894
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: Inquire with school | 42 students
Special Education School
251 Airport Rd
Oceanside, CA 92058
(760) 721-1706
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: PK-K | 201 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
2001 S El Camino Real
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 757-5120
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-K | 130 students
Daycare / Preschool
3772 Mission Ave Ste D
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 439-5552
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 285 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 18
All-boys | Specialized Curriculum
2605 Carlsbad Boulevard
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(888) 762-2338
Distance: 3.2 mi
Gr: 9-10 | 4 students
3401 Piazza De Oro Way Ste 190
Oceanside, CA 92056
(714) 325-4771
Distance: 4.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 757 students
Baptist
302 N Emerald Dr
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 630-8227
Distance: 4.9 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 794 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 20
Christian
302 North Emerald Drive
Vista, CA 92083
(760) 630-8227
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 183 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
515 Wisconsin Ave
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 722-7259
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: K-8 | 97 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 1
Seventh Day Adventist
1943 California St
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 722-6894
Distance: 2.7 mi
Gr: 7-12 | 285 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 18
All-boys | Specialized Curriculum
2605 Carlsbad Boulevard
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(888) 762-2338
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 179 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 1
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
3030 Valley St
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 729-6272
Distance: 3.6 mi
Gr: K-8 | 451 students
Catholic
3820 Pio Pico Dr
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 729-1333
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 183 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
515 Wisconsin Ave
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 722-7259
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: PK-K | 201 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
2001 S El Camino Real
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 757-5120
Distance: 2.6 mi
Gr: PK-K | 130 students
Daycare / Preschool
3772 Mission Ave Ste D
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 439-5552
Distance: 2.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 179 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 1
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
3030 Valley St
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 729-6272
Distance: 3.1 mi
Gr: PK-K | 47 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Montessori School
740 Pine Ave
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(442) 333-9359
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2100 Mission Ave.
Oceanside, CA 92058
(760) 966-8700
Oceanside, CA 92058
(760) 966-8700
0.3 miles
Gr: K-5 | 419 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Special Education School
707 Carey Rd.
Oceanside, CA 92058
(760) 901-7170
Oceanside, CA 92058
(760) 901-7170
0.5 miles
Gr: 12 | 55 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
823 Acacia St.
Oceanside, CA 92058
(760) 966-4700
Oceanside, CA 92058
(760) 966-4700
0.6 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 441 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
(Math: 25% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Pirates Cove
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-8200
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-8200
0.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,948 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1410 Laurel St.
Oceanside, CA 92058
(760) 966-4200
Oceanside, CA 92058
(760) 966-4200
0.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 352 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
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