Avalon School is a K-12 school in Avalon, California on Santa Catalina Island, 26 miles off the coast of California.
The school is a part of the Long Beach Unified School District.
A remote one-room school house, Two Harbors Elementary located 18 miles away at Two Harbors, closed in 2014 due to low enrollment.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Avalon Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1924
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Truth and Honor
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Avalon Christian School's ranking?
Avalon Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Avalon Christian School?
The application deadline for Avalon Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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