Brethren Christian Junior/Senior High (Closed 2023)

Brethren Christian exists to help Christian parents in fulfilling their God-given responsibility of diligent teaching and seeks to implement Christ's command of making disciples.
By philosophy, purpose and design Brethren Christian is dedicated to providing a Christ-centered, high quality educational program consistent with Biblical truth.
Its purpose is to minister to the whole person by fostering individual growth and preparing students for responsible interaction in society.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Learning differences addressed
Year Founded
1947
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
98 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Brethren Christian Junior/Senior High Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
17 students
Number of AP Courses
7 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Calculus AB, AP Computer Science, AP English Lit/Comp, AP Government, AP Studio Art, AP United States History, AP World History, Honors Chamber Choir, Honors Wind Symphony, Honors World Lit/Comp
Average SAT score
1210
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
No uniforms required

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,560

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
32 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
A21 - Abolishment of Human Injustice in the 21st Century, Anime Club, ASB Leadership, Brethren Book Club, California Junior Scholastic Federation, California Scholastic Federation, Catz Club, Chess Club, Chinese Club, Class Council, Democrats for Christ, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Godz Girlz, Green Machine, Invisible Children, Journalism, Life Support Club, LIGHT (Leadership in Gathering Hearts Together), Math League, Puppet Ministry, SALSA Club, SALT (Service and Leadership Training), Sound/Tech Crew, Surf Club, Yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:
501.films - Video Production, Band Council, Cappies, Comedy Sportz High School League, Drama Workshop, Praise Band, Thespian Society

School Notes

  • Accreditation: In recognition of the outstanding education available at BCHS, Brethren Christian has been granted the highest level of accreditation by both the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) Approved I-20 SchoolAcademics:College Prepatory Program meets UC A-G Requirements95% of students matriculate to college, most to 4-year universities.Average SAT Scores surpasses the national average by nearly 200 points.2013 AP pass rate - 88.3%Extensive college planning provided: Succeed.Naviance, SAT/ACT Preparation, Princeton Review, individualized planning provided.Options Program for students with special needs.Award Winning Arts Program2011 - Brethren Christian named a Winner of the12th Annual Orange County Arts Achievement Award - Outstanding Arts Education ProgramWind Ensemble: SCSBOA Regional Festival - Unanimous Superior. 2015 Biola University Christian Invitational Band Festival - Large Band Division - Unanimous Superior8 O'Clock Jazz Band: 2015 - Reno Jazz Festival -1st place. 2015 Biola University Christian Invitational Band Festival - Jazz - Unanimous SuperiorBest High School Jazz Band - MACY Awards 2011, Cappies Awards 2012Jazz Combo - Winner of the John Philip Sousa Award - 107th Annual Huntington Beach Parade - 2011, 108th Annual Huntington Beach Parade - 2012, 109th Annual Huntington Beach Parade - 2013. 110th Annual Huntington Beach Parade - 2014. 2015 - Did not participate.
  • Junior High Wind Ensemble - 2015 Biola University Christian Invitational Band Festival - Superior
  • Junior High Jazz Band - 2015 Biola University Christian Invitational Band Festival - SuperiorExtensive Choir Program-High School Honors ChamberChoir, High School Concert Choir, Mens Choir, Womens Choir, Junior High Choristers. ACSI Featured Students - 2015Drama: 2010 MACY Childress Award for "Fiddler on the Roof." Numerous individual MACY and Cappie Awards every yearAthletics:
  • Warrior Athletics has been recognized for the following achievements:1970, 71, 72 CIF Football Champions1993 CIF Boys' Basketball Champions1998 CIF Girls' Basketball Champions2003 CIF Boys' Volleyball ChampionsOver 30 League Championships since 1990BC football alum(1994)Reggie Davis played 2 seasons in the NFL (San Diego Chargers), coached for the San Francisco 49ers until January 2015 when he joined the coaching staff of the University of Nebraska CornhuskersOver 20 BC football players have played collegiate football8 BC football players have played professional football (AFL, NFL Europe)Over 60 All CIF athletes since 1990Over 20 League MVP's since 19902004 Academy League Football Champs2005, 2009, 2010 Academy League Boys' Basketball Champs2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 Academy League Boys' Volleyball Champs2003, 2005 Academy League Girls' Basketball ChampsRecent BC athletes have signed athletic scholarships to Concordia University Irvine, Anderson University South Carolina , Colorado Christian University, Hope International University Fullerton, Liberty University Virginia, and Dubuque University Iowa.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Brethren Christian Junior/Senior High offer?
Brethren Christian Junior/Senior High offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Brethren Christian Junior/Senior High?
The application deadline for Brethren Christian Junior/Senior High is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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