Echo Ridge Christian School
Tel:
(530)265-2057
- Echo Ridge Christian School has been in Nevada County for over 80 years. In 1962 we opened the doors at our current location, and have been educating students in grades K-8 ever since. Our teachers are enthusiastic and passionate about serving God and inspiring children to reach their full potential.
- Teachers at ERCS are well qualified professionals who provide research-based instruction and assessment.
- Teachers are commited to "Educating The Whole Child" by working together with parents to find the best, individualized solutions for the education of each student.
- Class sizes are kept purposefully small, so as to best serve the needs of each child and to encourage a family-like environment.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Students: 31 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,410
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Echo Ridge Christian School places among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| Religious Affiliation | Seventh Day Adventist |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten-8 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1932 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 31 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 33% State avg.: 44% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 3 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 10:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 50% |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (collared, buttoned polo shirts in any color, and jeans, pants or skirts that are free of wholes and tears) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $4,410 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition rates are different for each grade. 8th grade is the highest, at $4410 for the year, and Kindergarten is the lowest at $3200 for the year. |
| % on Financial Aid | 25% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $400 |
| Admissions Director | Sara Filipps |
| Admissions Associate | Louise Pryor |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 6 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Flag Football, Indoor Soccer, Swimming, VolleyballBaseball, Basketball, Flag Football, Indoor Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 2 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Arts and Music Programs: Choir, Piano |
School Notes
- Echo Ridge Christian School has been in Nevada County for over 80 years. In 1962 we opened the doors at our current location, and have been educating students in grades K-8 ever since.Our teachers are enthusiastic and passionate about serving God and inspiring children to reach their full potential. They are professionals who provide research-based instruction and assessment. Teachers are commited to "Educating The Whole Child" by working together with parents to find the best, individualized solutions for the education of each student. Class sizes are kept purposefully small, so as to best serve the needs of each child and to encourage a family-like environment.
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Nearby Private Schools
- The nearest high school and elementary school to Echo Ridge Christian School is Charis Youth Center (1.9 miles away)
- The nearest preschool is Forest Lake Christian School (15.4 miles away)
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- School Location Miles Grades Students
- Grass ValleyCharis Youth CenterSpecial Education SchoolGrades: 8-12 | 26 students
1.9 miles
714 W Main St
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530)477-9800 1.9 8-12
26 - Grass ValleyMount St Marys Academy(Roman Catholic)Grades: K-8 | 127 students
2.3 miles
400 S Church Street
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530)273-4694 2.3 K-8
127 - Nevada CityThe Woolman Semester School(Friends)Grades: 11-12 | 18 students
3 miles
13075 Woolman Ln
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530)273-3183 3 11-12
18 - Grass ValleySolid Rock Ranch SchoolSpecial Education School (Seventh Day Adventist)Grades: 2-12 | 12 students
3.3 miles
908 Taylorville Rd Ste 206
Grass Valley, CA 95949
(530)273-2165 3.3 2-12
12 - Nevada CityMilhous School - Nevada CityAll-boys | Special Education SchoolGrades: 8-12 | 29 students
5.8 miles
24077 State Highway 49
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530)265-9057 5.8 8-12
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