Canterbury Christian School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Canterbury Christian School is a classical Christian school in California's Silicon Valley.
We are community-oriented and Christ-centered.
We embrace a Classical pedagogy by nurturing well-educated and well-governed minds through the disciplined study of classical languages and exposure to "The Great Conversation" found in the timeless literature of Western Civilization.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 120 students
Yearly Tuition: $11,000
Acceptance rate: 80%
Average class size: 13 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Canterbury Christian School
Pre-K	12
Kind	12
1	12
2	12
3	12
4	12
5	12
6	12
7	12
8	12

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Year Founded

1974

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Student Body

Total Students

120 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

100%

Average Class Size

13 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Traditional British Styles

List of Courses Offered

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Association of Classical Christian Schools (ACCS)
Christian Schools International (CSI)
Other religious school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$11,000

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Tuition Notes

includes books, fencing, Latin, and handbells.

% on Financial Aid

12%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$3,000

Acceptance Rate

80%

National avg.: 85%

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

2 sports

Sports

FencingIntramural Sports Only

Colors

White, Blue, Red

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

ChessMandarin (Chinese)

Singapore MathStudent Government

Arts and Music Programs:

Hand Bells

School Notes

The goal of a classical, Christian education is to cultivate the whole person. This education stands on three legs: outstanding academics in a tutorial-style setting, a rigorous and broad arts program, and (last but most importantly) true spiritual formation.Our highest goal is that our students know and love the truth. Our small size allows our teachers work individually with students on a daily basis, training them towards mastery. Daily, our students grapple with the best that has been written and thought, finding their own places within that tradition.They learn the difference between "self-expression" and "the self expressing truth, beautifully."
We believe that the arts are essential to a sacramental attitude and worldview. The musical arts (choir, and orchestra), the fine and manual arts (drawing and painting), and the dramatic arts shape our students' loves. As knowledge transforms the mind, so beauty woos the heart, and goodness draws desire.
Today's children are bombarded with digital media and images, often at the expense of their developing strong, foundational skills in listening and reading comprehension. This is the rationale behind our policy of technology-free classrooms. Our students learn hownotto be dependent on technology, but know how to apply the basics of phonics, arithmetic, and readable penmanship.Our curriculum includes weekly instruction in art, music, choir, handbells, PE, and Latin. Children are given ample opportunity to explore all aspects of a liberal arts education.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Canterbury Christian School cost?

Canterbury Christian School's tuition is approximately $11,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Canterbury Christian School?

The acceptance rate of Canterbury Christian School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 83%.

What sports does Canterbury Christian School offer?

Canterbury Christian School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Fencing and Intramural Sports Only.

What is Canterbury Christian School's ranking?

Canterbury Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Canterbury Christian School?

The application deadline for Canterbury Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 2/11/2021

Both of my children love Canterbury. My son has made wonderful improvements, not only academically but also with his confidence and his knowledge of the Bible. My daughter has moved up a grade level. She loves the challenge she gets from Canterbury's curriculum. I believe the whole curriculum is great. What my son needed was a challenge and an opportunity to show his abilities. Love that they do daily chapel and keep all the private school traditions.

- Posted by Parent - John Chen

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