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

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 635 students
Yearly Tuition: $16,915
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Redwood Christian Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Redwood Christian Elementary School
Pre-K	16
Kind	38
1	36
2	23
3	43
4	41
5	40
6	52
7	57
8	66
9	43
10	71
11	53
12	56

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1970

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

635 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

62%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

88 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

24%

Average Class Size

22 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

The overall aim of the dress code at Redwood Christian Schools is to 1) promote neatness and modesty; 2) encourage the attitude that school is a place of work rather than play; and 3) to enhance safety during work and play.

Number of AP Courses

9 courses

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

AP Macro EconomicsAP Micro Economics

AP Pre-CalculusAP US History

Calculus ABChemistry

English Language & CompositionEnglish Literature & Composition

Physics 1World History

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$16,915

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Tuition Notes

Tuition shown is annual tuition for Transitional Kindergarten through 5th grade. Annual tuition for grades 6-8 is $18,947. Annual tuition for grades 9-12 is $20,363.

% on Financial Aid

42%

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Chelsea Fourie

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

13 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

BowlingCheering

Cross CountryFlag Football

FootballGolf

SoccerSwimming

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

Colors

Red, White, Blue

School Mascot

Eagles

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

9 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:

Advanced Band (Grades 3-5)Art (Grades TK-5)

Beginning Band (Grades 3-5)Classroom Music (TK-3)

Concert BandConcert Choir

Elementary StringsRoyal Choir (Grades 4-5)

Worship Band

School Notes

Redwood Christian Schools (RCS) serves students in grades TK-12. Our elementary campus is located in Castro Valley and our middle school and high school campus is in San Lorenzo, CA. The mission of RCS is to equip students for daily living and eternal life through academics, athletics, and enrichment programs.
At RCS, we work to inspire our students' futures through core values that underlie everything we do so that their college and future possibilities become their realities. Our core values are: Establish Christian Truth as a guide for life.
Maintain a High Academic Standard.
Instill Pure Morals in the heart of the student. Generate a Spirit of Patriotism.
Live a Disciplined Life.

The mission of Redwood Christian Schools is to provide a Christ-centered education which is able to equip students for daily living and eternal life.
RCS serves over 650 students in grades TK-12.(Note: for information regarding grades 6 through 12, please search this site for "Redwood Christian Middle School & High School.")
Located in the East Bay/San Francisco area, RCS has two Christian school campuses: our elementary campus is located in Castro Valley, CA, and our middle school and high school campus is located in San Lorenzo, CA.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Redwood Christian Elementary School cost?

Redwood Christian Elementary School's tuition is approximately $16,915 for private students and $400 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of Redwood Christian Elementary School?

The acceptance rate of Redwood Christian Elementary School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

What sports does Redwood Christian Elementary School offer?

Redwood Christian Elementary School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Redwood Christian Elementary School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.

What is Redwood Christian Elementary School's ranking?

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

When is the application deadline for Redwood Christian Elementary School?

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

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The average private school tuition in Alameda County, CA is $21,146 for elementary schools and $22,027 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Alameda County, CA is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).