Christ the King School a Catholic Elementary School for boys and girls from Kindergarten through eighth grade.
The school was established in 1959, under the direction of Mother Adrian and four sisters of the Sacred Heart of Mary.
The enrollment at that time was 116 students and has grown today to approximately 230, under the leadership of Dr. Mary Kurban, who has been principal since 1991.
The faculty and staff at Christ the King School are committed to excellence in education and provide a strong, integrated, academic curriculum.
They strive to create an atmosphere which is enlivened by the gospel message of love.
They help students develop self discipline as well as respect for self and others.
They seek to educate the whole child by fostering the spiritual, intellectual, moral, social, physical and aesthetical growth of each student.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Yearly Tuition: $40,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Christ The King School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
221 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
92%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$40,000
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Christ The King School cost?
Christ The King School's tuition is approximately $40,000 for private students.
What is Christ The King School's ranking?
Christ The King School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Christ The King School?
The application deadline for Christ The King School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Christ The King School located?
Christ The King School is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 47 other private schools located in Central LA.
School Reviews
5 1/17/2015
This is a wonderful school, the community is really welcoming and the teachers and staff are all very friendly and helpful which made our transition a dream. Our 6 year old daughter has learned so much more in the last 3 months than she did in a whole year at her old school. We made the right choice.
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