Atherton Baptist school is a church striving to lead its members to a loving, learning, loyal, and lasting relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ.
Re-establishing a Standard of Excellence in God's Church through: Education, Renovation, Rejuvenation, and Evangelization.
At Atherton Baptist school throughout the day the children are involved in numerous learning activities.
Some of them include learning numbers, alphabets, colors, shapes, foreign language and computers.
In addition, singing and playing are a vital part of every child's daily experience.
Our little ones learn Biblical stories and even memorize scriptures.
Even our snacks and meal times are educational experiences where children learn to be appreciative for what God has given them through prayer.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Atherton Christian 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 Prekindergarten-6
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
178 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Atherton Baptist school is a church striving to lead its members to a loving, learning, loyal, and lasting relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ. Re-establishing a Standard of Excellence in God's Church through: Education, Renovation, Rejuvenation, and Evangelization. At Atherton Baptist school throughout the day the children are involved in numerous learning activities. Some of them include learning numbers, alphabets, colors, shapes, foreign language and computers. In addition, singing and playing are a vital part of every child's daily experience. Our little ones learn Biblical stories and even memorize scriptures. Even our snacks and meal times are educational experiences where children learn to be appreciative for what God has given them through prayer.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Atherton Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Joseph School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Atherton Christian School?
The application deadline for Atherton Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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