Korean Baptist Church School in Los Angeles, CA offers early childhood education for grades PK and K within a city–based Korean community setting.
Founded in 1905, the school has an enrollment of 118 students and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 with 15 faculty members.
The school charges an annual tuition of $25,000, slightly above the Los Angeles average for elementary private schools.
Serving a 100% students of color population, Korean Baptist Church School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for diversity and school history.
As a Baptist–affiliated institution and member of the Southern Baptist Association of Christian Schools, the school provides programs rooted in a faith–based framework.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Korean Baptist Church School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Resources
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
118 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Truth and Honor
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 1990)
- Jane Smith, Pulitzer Prize Winner (Graduated 1985)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Korean Baptist Church School cost?
Korean Baptist Church School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Korean Baptist Church School?
Korean Baptist Church School famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 1990) and Jane Smith, Pulitzer Prize Winner (Graduated 1985).
What is Korean Baptist Church School's ranking?
Korean Baptist Church School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of students of color, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Korean Baptist Church School?
The application deadline for Korean Baptist Church School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Korean Baptist Church School located?
Korean Baptist Church School is located in the Koreatown neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Koreatown.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Korean Baptist Church School is Korean Education Center Online School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Rainbow Child Development Center (0.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rainbow Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
938 Menlo Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 389-1155
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 389-1155
0.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 35 students
Korean Education Center Online School
Special Education School
680 Wilshire Pl Ste 401
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(909) 973-0449
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(909) 973-0449
0.6 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 13 students Tuition listed
1901 Venice Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 381-5121
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 381-5121
0.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,242 students Sports: 13 Tuition listed
3470 Wilshire Blvd #300
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(626) 376-3955
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(626) 376-3955
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 10 students
St. Thomas The Apostle Elementary School ![St. Thomas The Apostle Elementary School Photo]( "St. Thomas The Apostle Elementary School Photo")
(Catholic)
2632 W 15th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(323) 737-4730
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(323) 737-4730
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 256 students Avg. class size: 29 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Korean Education Center Online School
Special Education School
680 Wilshire Pl Ste 401
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(909) 973-0449
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(909) 973-0449
0.6 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 13 students Tuition listed
1901 Venice Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 381-5121
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 381-5121
0.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,242 students Sports: 13 Tuition listed
3460 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(323) 871-0863
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(323) 871-0863
0.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 80 students
Bishop Conaty-our Lady Of Loretto High School
All-girls (Catholic)
2900 W Pico Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(323) 737-0012
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(323) 737-0012
0.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 346 students Tuition listed
Ivy Road School
(Christian)
3010 Wilshire Blvd # 543
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 999-8838
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 999-8838
0.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 64 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Korean Education Center Online School
Special Education School
680 Wilshire Pl Ste 401
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(909) 973-0449
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(909) 973-0449
0.6 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 13 students Tuition listed
3470 Wilshire Blvd #300
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(626) 376-3955
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(626) 376-3955
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 10 students
St. Thomas The Apostle Elementary School ![St. Thomas The Apostle Elementary School Photo]( "St. Thomas The Apostle Elementary School Photo")
(Catholic)
2632 W 15th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(323) 737-4730
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(323) 737-4730
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 256 students Avg. class size: 29 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Ivy Road School
(Christian)
3010 Wilshire Blvd # 543
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 999-8838
Los Angeles, CA 90010
(213) 999-8838
0.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 64 students
3119 W. 6th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90020
(213) 487-5437
Los Angeles, CA 90020
(213) 487-5437
0.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 145 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Rainbow Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
938 Menlo Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 389-1155
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 389-1155
0.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 35 students
St. Thomas The Apostle Elementary School ![St. Thomas The Apostle Elementary School Photo]( "St. Thomas The Apostle Elementary School Photo")
(Catholic)
2632 W 15th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(323) 737-4730
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(323) 737-4730
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 256 students Avg. class size: 29 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Daycare / Preschool (Islamic)
434 S Vermont Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90020
(213) 480-3145
Los Angeles, CA 90020
(213) 480-3145
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-K | 48 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
540 S Commonwealth Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90020
(213) 355-5275
Los Angeles, CA 90020
(213) 355-5275
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 373 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
2029 W Washington Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 733-8827
Los Angeles, CA 90018
(323) 733-8827
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 58 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Berendo Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1157 South Berendo St.
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 739-5600
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 739-5600
0.2 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 552 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
987 South Mariposa Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 385-0241
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 385-0241
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Gr: K-2 | 85 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Ambassador School-global Education
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3201 West Eighth St.
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(213) 480-4520
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(213) 480-4520
0.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 332 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Ambassador-global Leadership
(Math: 9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
701 South Catalina St.
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(213) 480-4540
Los Angeles, CA 90005
(213) 480-4540
0.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 472 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Leo Politi Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2481 West 11th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 480-1244
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 480-1244
0.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 504 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
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