Calvin Christian School

2000 N Broadway
Escondido, CA 92026

The mission of Calvin Christian School, in cooperation with the home and church, is to teach the whole child from a Biblical worldview, founded in the Reformation, providing children from Christian families with an excellent education for a life of Christ-centered service.

The Calvin Christian School Society annually elects candidates to serve on this board.

The school board meets monthly, and each member serves on a variety of different strategic committees within the school.

Calvin Christian School is well-named as it seeks to educate young people in this great tradition of Christ-centered, biblical education.

This commitment comes from a tradition furthered by the great reformers who believed that Christians need to serve Christ with their minds as well as their hearts and hands.

Quick Stats (2022-23)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 541 students
Yearly Tuition: $10,178
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 21 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 10 / Jun. 1
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Christian Schools International (CSI)

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1961

School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

541 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 49%

Students by Grade

Calvin Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

32 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

25%

Average Class Size

21 students

Number of AP Courses

5 courses

Advanced Courses

Biology, Calculus, English, Spanish, US History

Classroom Dress Code

Casual
dress code, not uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Feb. 10 / Jun. 1

Yearly Tuition Cost

$10,178

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

3-day & 5-day Kindergarten Available Tuition: $10,178 for K-5; $11,059 for 6-8; $13,004 for 9-12.

% on Financial Aid

15%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,500

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Heather Souders

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

15 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:
Comic Club, Culinary Club, Debate Club, Garden Club, Outdoor Club, Ping Pong Club, Praise Band, Spirit Club, Star Wars Club, Surf Club, Yearbook Club

Arts and Music Programs:
Advanced Band, Choir, Jazz Band, Theater Arts

School Notes

The mission of Calvin Christian School, in cooperation with the home and church, is to teach the whole child from a Biblical worldview, founded in the Reformation, providing children from Christian families with an excellent education for a life of Christ-centered service.
Calvin Christian School seeks to invite students to be formed by God's love in Christ for a life of wonder, worship, work, and wisdom.
Calvin Christian School is an independent school that is operated by a board of trustees and school administrators.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Calvin Christian School cost?

Calvin Christian School's tuition is approximately $10,178 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Calvin Christian School?

The acceptance rate of Calvin Christian School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.

What sports does Calvin Christian School offer?

Calvin Christian School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Calvin Christian School's ranking?

Calvin Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Calvin Christian School?

The application deadline for Calvin Christian School is Feb. 10 / Jun. 1.

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