Big Valley Christian School
Since 1974, Big Valley Christian School has served as an extension of the home and a partner with the church in Christian education. From Preschool to High School, BVCS provides a Christ-centered, college preparatory education. BVCS is dedicated to encouraging all students to strive for their highest potential academically, socially and spiritually.
We provide an environment where students can grow spiritually, learn to communicate effectively, practice responsible citizenship, and become skilled problem solvers with the goal that each student will be a transforming influence upon their world.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 745 students
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
Big Valley Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1974
Student Body
Total Students
745 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 48%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
25 students
Number of AP Courses
7 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Sports
School Reviews
5 7/17/2015
I have been sending my kids to Big Valley for many years now. My oldest had her first year of high school last year. We love this school! The school is run in a loving environment and staff is very caring. I have never experienced any teacher being apathetic or administers being dogmatic.
My kids had a couple of years of public school and they say that this school is much better. They don't experience bullying or loneliness. Right away the teachers made sure my (elementary) kids had someone to eat lunch with. This gave them a chance to feel accepted and make new friends. This is compassion in action!
I know my review may seem a little too pollyana-ish but it's all true. Is this school for everyone? No. Children with mental-behavioral issues might not make it here because they don't get federal funds for special ed. services. Although I know they do help children with learning problems/disabilities.
If you are Christian and want an exellent education for your child this is the school for you.
5 12/11/2012
This is our first year at Big Valley Christian School and we are so glad to be there. The elementary principal, Michelle Mott is enthusiastic about the children, education and spiritual education. I am amazed at the amount of parental support at Big Valley, it makes larger sized classrooms be broken into 7 kids to one teacher ratio. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and provides very good communication. I highly recommend BVCS.
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