South Bay Christian Academy (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 39 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,000
Acceptance rate: 80%
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

South Bay Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Pentecostal

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	South Bay Christian Academy
Kind	8
1	3
2	2
3	3
4	3
5	4
6	1
7	3
8	4
9	1
10	3
11	2
12	2

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Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Language-based and Learning Differences

Year Founded

1977

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

School Motto

Raising up children in the way they should go since 1977.

Student Body

Total Students

39 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

67%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

4 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

20%

Average Class Size

8 students

Average SAT score

1000

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

uniformed jumpers/skirts, and pants; oxford and polo shirts

Number of AP Courses

99 courses

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

Southwestern College courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,000

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Tuition Notes

Financial Aid, scholarships, tuition assistance is available!

Summer Program Cost

$500

Summer Program Cost Notes

If not enrolled during prior term, curriculum and tech fees may be added.

% on Financial Aid

35%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,000

Acceptance Rate

80%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Pastor Amado Huizar

Admissions Associate

Berenice Razo

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

BasketballGolf

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Journalism/Yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

ThespiansVocal and Instrumental Music Programs

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Recreational Athletic Programs

School Notes

South Bay Christian Academy was born from a dream of our founder, Rev. Arthur Hodges, Jr. over forty years ago.
SBCA is regionally accredited with the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI).
SBCA is dedicated to educating children from Kindergarten through Senior High School in principles of "how to live" as well as "how to make a living" as Christians in the 21st Century.
Providing for academic excellence and a biblical worldview are foundational to the mission and purpose of SBCA.
According to the dictionary, education is the process of educating or of being educated; a stage of such a process; the knowledge and development resulting from an educational process.
To educate is to provide schooling for; to train by formal instruction and supervised practice especially in a skill, trade, or profession; to develop mentally, morally, or aesthetically especially by instruction.

South Bay Christian Academy was born from a dream of our founder, Rev. Arthur Hodges, Jr. over forty years ago. SBCA is dedicated to educating children from Kindergarten through Senior High School in principles of "how to live" as well as "how to make a living" as Christians in the 21st Century. According to the dictionary, education is the process of educating or of being educated; a stage of such a process; the knowledge and development resulting from an educational process. To educate is to provide schooling for; to train by formal instruction and supervised practice especially in a skill, trade, or profession; to develop mentally, morally, or aesthetically especially by instruction. Our educational methods are working: Standardized test results have shown our students increase, on average, 1.4 years academically for each year of instruction! Since we also offer online classes and distance learning, SBCA has a combination that is right for you and your family!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does South Bay Christian Academy cost?

South Bay Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $5,000 for private students and $500 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of South Bay Christian Academy?

The acceptance rate of South Bay Christian Academy is 80%, which is equal to the national average of 80%.

Does South Bay Christian Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, South Bay Christian Academy offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What sports does South Bay Christian Academy offer?

South Bay Christian Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Golf and Volleyball.

What is South Bay Christian Academy's ranking?

South Bay Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Least expensive tuition and Most AP courses offered.

When is the application deadline for South Bay Christian Academy?

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

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The average private school tuition in San Diego County, CA is $17,123 for elementary schools and $25,342 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in San Diego County, CA is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).