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Downey Christian School

8219 Florence Ave
Downey, CA 90240

Downey Christian School in Downey, CA, serves 196 students from preschool through 8th grade in a suburban community setting.

The school operates with 9 teachers, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 22:1.

As a Christian co–educational school, it provides regular elementary and secondary education spanning PK to grade 8.

Approximately 70% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting diversity within the school community.

Downey Christian School is located near other private options in Downey, including Our Lady Of Perpetual Help School and Kirkwood Christian Schools.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 196 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students

196 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

70%

State avg.: 51%

Students by Grade

Downey Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

22:1

National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 196 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $18,011 for elementary schools and $23,472 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).