Mother Lode Christian School

Mother Lode Christian School in Tuolumne, CA serves 184 students in grades K through 8 within a rural community setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 20:1 with a total of 9 teaching staff members.
Established as a co–ed Christian school, it holds membership in the American Association of Christian Schools (AACS).
Mother Lode Christian School offers a regular elementary and secondary program with a religious affiliation categorized as other Christian.
The school is positioned among other private options in the area, including Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy and Sierra Waldorf School.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 184 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
184 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Mother Lode Christian School often compared to?
Mother Lode Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Mother Lode Adventist Junior Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Mother Lode Christian School?
The application deadline for Mother Lode Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 184 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in California is $17,584 for elementary schools and $23,441 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in California is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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