Bethel Baptist School (K4-12th) was founded in 1967 as a ministry of Bethel Baptist Church.Over the past 56 years, BBS has built a solid reputation of high academic achievement and outstanding character development.
The school is situated in the center of Orange County in the northwest corner of Santa Ana, which is a neighbor to the cities of Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Westminster, Tustin, and Costa Mesa.
The vicinity around the school is primarily residential, interspersed with small businesses.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Bethel Baptist School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
115 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
94%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
13 students
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science, AP English Language, AP English Lit. & Comp., AP Government, AP Macroeconomics, AP Physics, AP Statistics, AP US History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic Team, Leadership Club, Red Cross Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Fine Arts Competitions
Academic Team, Leadership Club, Red Cross Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Fine Arts Competitions
School Notes
- Bethel Baptist School is unique in that we encourage the growth of the "whole" student through a focus not only on academic, social, and physical growth but also spiritual growth.It is our desire for students to be able to integrate biblical principles into the choices they make as they respond to daily circumstances in life. The students of Bethel Baptist School benefit from the close relationship with Bethel Baptist Church. They profit from the relationships created with staff members and from the homelike atmosphere. Staff members become acquainted with the students' families on a more intimate basis enabling them to meet the needs of the students and their families more specifically and effectively. Communication is enhanced because of the relationships that are formed.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Bethel Baptist School offer?
Bethel Baptist School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Bethel Baptist School?
The application deadline for Bethel Baptist School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Bethel Baptist School located?
Bethel Baptist School is located in the Riverview West neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Riverview West.
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School Reviews
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Bethel excels in the core subjects, especially Math and English. They also have very good music courses. Their students do very well on the annual IOWA standardized testing, and some grades as low as 7th test above first year college level. bethel is known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, where everyone truly feels like a family. Students become close friends with teachers and staff members, and get along well with younger students. Overall, Bethel Baptist School is a close knit, loving, Godly school that your children would be blessed to attend.
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