Established in 1982, Harvest Christian School has sought to provide Christian families with an educational program that promotes both academic achievement and spiritual growth.
Carefully selected curriculum systematically taught by qualified Christian teachers, with an ample supply of quality support personnel and programs, makes H.C.S. an excellent option for Christian Education. All of the school's administration, faculty, and support staff are born again Christians who attend local Bible teaching churches. Each member of our elementary teaching staff have earned their Bachelor's Degree and most possess either a California Teaching Credential or an A.C.S.I. Teachers Certificate.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Harvest Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Use Differentiated Instruction
Year Founded
1982
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
544 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
57%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
No uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Harvest Christian School offer?
Harvest Christian School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball. Harvest Christian School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Harvest Christian School's ranking?
Harvest Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Harvest Christian School?
The application deadline for Harvest Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Harvest Christian School located?
Harvest Christian School is located in the Riverside Airport neighborhood of Riverside, CA.
School Reviews
5 4/7/2023
My daughter graduated from Harvest last year and my son is currently in 5th grade. I moved my kids here from another Christian school in the area and I am so glad I did. The difference is amazing. The teachers are caring and the class instruction is top-notch. I know my kids are performing way beyond the state average. The school follows through with any issue as they arise and safety is a top priority. I've been impressed with the quick response to parents from teachers, office staff, and the principal. We've been so happy here. My only regret is that I didn't have my kids start here earlier.
5 6/23/2022
I'm so thankful that last year they caught that my 4 yr old should not be allowed to be a student there because we belong to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Unless we went to Church there, and I had to check in with someone to ensure I went. Homeschooled, and this year into a Christian school.
5 11/24/2017
I went to school here in 1985 my mother helped open doors for parents in the morning and worked to keep me and my brother in this school. The staff was always supportive through some really hard times. Looking back,. I learned more here in the few years I went here, then any other school. It was the most amazing and blessed foundation to life that I could`ve ever recieved.
5 3/17/2016
The teachers are really nice :-) I've been going here since Kindergarten and I'm in 6th grade now. When I'm older I'd probably take my kids to this school
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