San Luis Obispo Christian School in San Luis Obispo, CA, serves 36 students in kindergarten through 6th grade in a small city–based setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 with a total of 5 teachers for its K–6 enrollment.
The student body reflects diversity, with 43.6% of students representing students of color.
This coeducational school has a Christian orientation and is a member of the American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) and a regional independent school association.
Families should note local private elementary schools average tuition of $21,703, providing context for San Luis Obispo Christian School's tuition affordability.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Student Body
Total Students
36 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
44%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for San Luis Obispo Christian School?
The application deadline for San Luis Obispo Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to San Luis Obispo Christian School is Lindamood Bell Academy (1.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Christ Classical School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Old Mission School (1.5 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
880 Laureate Lane
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 453-6161
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 453-6161
0.9 miles
Gr: K-6 | 41 students Avg. class size: 4 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Old Mission School ![Old Mission School Photo - Welcome to Old Mission School]( "Old Mission School Photo - Welcome to Old Mission School")
(Catholic)
761 Broad Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-6019
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-6019
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students Avg. class size: 35 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
416 Higuera St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-3836
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-3836
1.6 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 35 students
Lindamood-bell Learning Processes Berkeley
Special Education School
1625 Shattuck Ave Ste 250
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 649-7618
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 649-7618
1.6 miles
Gr: 2-8 | 3 students
682 Palm Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-2131
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-2131
1.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 273 students Avg. class size: 22 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
416 Higuera St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-3836
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-3836
1.6 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 35 students
682 Palm Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-2131
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-2131
1.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 273 students Avg. class size: 22 students
165 Grand Avenue
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 548-8700
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 548-8700
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 394 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1005 N. Oak Park Blvd.
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
(805) 489-1213
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
(805) 489-1213
11.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 351 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Acts Advanced Christian Training Schools
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
P.O. Box 1677
Atascadero, CA 93423
(805) 242-6053
Atascadero, CA 93423
(805) 242-6053
12.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 34 students Avg. class size: 5 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
880 Laureate Lane
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 453-6161
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 453-6161
0.9 miles
Gr: K-6 | 41 students Avg. class size: 4 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Old Mission School ![Old Mission School Photo - Welcome to Old Mission School]( "Old Mission School Photo - Welcome to Old Mission School")
(Catholic)
761 Broad Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-6019
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-6019
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students Avg. class size: 35 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
416 Higuera St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-3836
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-3836
1.6 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 35 students
Lindamood-bell Learning Processes Berkeley
Special Education School
1625 Shattuck Ave Ste 250
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 649-7618
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 649-7618
1.6 miles
Gr: 2-8 | 3 students
165 Grand Avenue
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 548-8700
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 548-8700
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 394 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Old Mission School ![Old Mission School Photo - Welcome to Old Mission School]( "Old Mission School Photo - Welcome to Old Mission School")
(Catholic)
761 Broad Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-6019
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-6019
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students Avg. class size: 35 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Orfalea Family & Asi Children's Center Rm # 133
Daycare / Preschool
1 Grand Ave
San Luis Obispo, CA 93407
(805) 756-1267
San Luis Obispo, CA 93407
(805) 756-1267
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 119 students Tuition listed
165 Grand Avenue
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 548-8700
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 548-8700
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 394 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Montessori Childrens School
Montessori School
4200 S Higuera St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 544-6691
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 544-6691
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 86 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
880 Manzanita Dr
Los Osos, CA 93402
(805) 235-4401
Los Osos, CA 93402
(805) 235-4401
8.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 134 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 56% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
451 Jaycee Dr.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4030
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4030
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 358 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
165 Grand Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4100
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4100
0.6 miles
Gr: 4-6 | 193 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
(Math: 48% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
261 Cuesta Dr.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4081
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4081
0.9 miles
Gr: K-6 | 488 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
(Math: 50% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1375 Balboa St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4094
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4094
1.9 miles
Gr: K-6 | 528 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
(Math: 62% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11050 Los Osos Valley Rd.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4055
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4055
1.9 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 780 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
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