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Bethany School Photo #1 - Our high-performing school offers a well-rounded Christian education in small classes of diverse backgrounds and ethnicities.
Bethany School Photo #2 - Call us today for a tour at 562-597-2814.
Bethany School Photo #3 - Our small school size provides us with a true sense of family, affording us the opportunity to provide not only a well-rounded academic instruction, but also to teach children and their families about God, His Word, His son Jesus Christ, and about the working of the Holy Spirit in our lives.
Bethany School Photo #4 - At Bethany School, we foster an environment where students grow spiritually, academically, socially, and physically to learn about their place in this world and become what God has made them to be.
Bethany School Photo #5 - Students explore, discover, and get empowered with our Future Focused Education. Kindergarten through 2nd grade students are given a broad exposure to interests and careers. Students grades 3-5 build strategies to develop personal skills. And in middle school, teachers enable students to plot a course for their future.
Bethany School Photo #6 - We also provide an opportunity for students to learn to make real-life connections to classroom learning through classroom iPads/Chromebooks, arts, hands-on activities and field trips. Bethany students take part in daily Bible instruction as well as weekly chapel.
Bethany School Photo #7 - Extra-curricular activities include after school clubs and sports, Meet the Masters Art program, travel weeks for 4th - 8th grades, and much more. In addition, we also provide a full-day kindergarten program, before and after school daycare, and summer enrichment programs for preschool through 8th grade.
Bethany School Photo #8 - Join our school family today!
We are a private Christian school serving students in preschool through 8th grade in the Long Beach, Signal Hill, Lakewood, Los Alamitos, Seal Beach, and Cypress areas.
Our high-performing school offers a well-rounded Christian education in small classes of diverse backgrounds and ethnicities.
We foster an environment where students grow spiritually, academically, socially, and physically to learn about their place in this world and become what God has made them to be.
This is combined with our Future Focused Education.  Please contact the school directly for more information: https://www.bethany.school/about-us/

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 399 students
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Bethany School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1947
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
399 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
54%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Bethany School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
20 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Bethany Uniform shirts with khaki or navy bottoms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please contact our office (562)597-2814 or go to our website (www.bethany.school) for current tuition rates. Scholarship applications are available in January and are closed for 2024-2025 school year.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Summer Camp 2024 Registration will be available on our Website www.Bethany.school in March 2024.
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Bethany Elementary School - Mrs. Tonia Z. Hill, Principal / Preschool Director
Admissions Associate
Mrs. Diane Golden
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
ACSI Speech MeetASCI Spelling Bee
Science ClubSoccer Shots
Spanish Club


Arts and Music Programs:
Meet the Masters Art ProgramPerforming Arts Class


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Webby Dance

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Bulldog
  • We are a private Christian school serving students in preschool through 8th grade in the Long Beach, Signal Hill, Lakewood, Los Alamitos, Seal Beach, and Cypress areas. Founded in 1947, Bethany School is fully accredited by both ACSI and WASC (Association of Christian Schools International and Western Association of Schools and Colleges). Our high-performing school offers a well-rounded Christian education in small classes of diverse backgrounds and ethnicities. Our small school size provides us with a true sense of family, affording us the opportunity to provide not only a well-rounded academic instruction but also to teach children and their families about God, His Word, His son Jesus Christ, and about the working of the Holy Spirit in our lives. At Bethany School, we foster an environment where students grow spiritually, academically, socially, and physically to learn about their place in this world and become what God has made them to be.This is combined with our Future Focused Education. Kindergarten through 2nd grade students are given a broad exposure to interests and careers. Students in grades 3-5 build strategies to develop personal skills. And in middle school, teachers enable students to plot a course for their future. We also provide an opportunity for students to learn to make real-life connections to classroom learning through classroom iPads and Chromebooks, arts, hands-on activities, and field trips. Bethany students take part in daily Bible instruction as well as weekly chapel. Extracurricular activities include afterschool clubs and sports, the Meet the Masters Art program, travel weeks for 4th - 8th grades, and much more. In addition, we also provide a full-day kindergarten program, before and afterschool daycare, and summer enrichment programs for preschool through 8th grade.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Bethany School?
The acceptance rate of Bethany School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
Does Bethany School offer a summer program?
Yes, Bethany School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Bethany School offer?
Bethany School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football and Volleyball.
What is Bethany School's ranking?
Bethany School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Bethany School?
The application deadline for Bethany School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Bethany School located?
Bethany School is located in the Stratford Square neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Stratford Square.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 399 students
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Long Beach, CA is $11,387 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Long Beach, CA is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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