Alpha Beacon Christian School

525 W. 42nd Ave., San Mateo, CA, 94403-0944
Tel: (650)212-4222
Grades: NS - 12 | 150 students
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Alpha Beacon offers families a Bible-based education with emphasis on character training in order to prepare young people to become the godly leaders of tomorrow. Alpha Beacon, founded in 1969, is accredited by ACSI and provides excellent academics and a safe environment for learning in the San Mateo community.

School Overview:
Alpha Beacon Christian School
Religious Affiliation Christian (no specific denomination)
Grades Offered Grades Nursery/Preschool - 12
Year Founded 1969
Student Body
Total Students 150 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 60% (CA School Avg.: 40%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 9:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 15%
Average Class Size 12 students
Number of AP Courses 3 courses
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Tuition Notes Tuition ranges from $3,050 to $9,800 (2010 - 2011 school year, from part-time Pre-School & Pre-K up through Grade 12). 10% tuition discount for a second child living in the same family household. Pre-School morning program is available 2 and 3 days per
% on Financial Aid 20%
Acceptance Rate 95%
Sports
Total Sports Offered 3 sports
Sports
Basketball Soccer
Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 6 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Cheerleading Community Service
Music and Performing Arts Student Council
Washington, D.C. trip every 3 years Yearbook

School Notes:

    • Alpha Beacon students have traditionally maintained high academic standings in mathematics, sciences, history, and the English language.
    • Alumni of Alpha Beacon have attended and graduated from major universities, including UC California, Stanford, UCLA, West Point, Azusa Pacific, and Biola University.
    • International students are accepted (I 20--SEVIS), provided that they demonstrate proficient English language skills, both written and spoken. Extracurricular activities include high school sports, performing arts and trips to Washington, D.C. and Sacramento. Upper elementary students have the opportunity to learn to play the guitar, and they participate in Outdoor Education in the fall. ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International) provides students the opportunity to participate in the Spelling Bee competition and Art Faire. High school students and Jr. High students have an annual student retreat. Art is integrated with learning in history and Bible classes, and students produce creative, outstanding, and beautiful drawings, paintings, and clay sculptures.

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Nearby Schools:

Alpha Beacon Christian School
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-12 | 0 mi. away
Transfiguration Nursery School
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-PK | 0.3 mi. away
Serendipity School
Gr. K-5 | 0.7 mi. away
Gloria Dei Lutheran Elementary School
Gr. PK-5 | 0.9 mi. away
Notre Dame Elementary School
Gr. K-8 | 1 mi. away
Immaculate Heart Of Mary School
Gr. K-8 | 1 mi. away

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