Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Kirkwood Christian Schools
About the School
- Kirkwood Christian Schools in Downey, CA, serves 108 students from kindergarten through 5th grade in a suburban community setting.
- Founded in 1966, the school operates as a co–ed Christian institution affiliated with the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
- The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 with a total of 6 teachers on staff.
- Approximately 16% of the student population reflects ethnic diversity within this California K–5 private school.
- Kirkwood Christian Schools is part of the suburban Los Angeles area educational options for families seeking Christian elementary education.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a system of education that lays the foundation for every child to become a success through the development of Christian character and academic excellence.
Student Body
Total Students
108 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Kirkwood Christian Schools?
The application deadline for Kirkwood Christian Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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