About the School
- San Luis Obispo Christian School in San Luis Obispo, CA, serves 36 students in kindergarten through 6th grade in a small city–based setting.
- The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 with a total of 5 teachers for its K–6 enrollment.
- The student body reflects diversity, with 43.6% of students representing students of color.
- This coeducational school has a Christian orientation and is a member of the American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) and a regional independent school association.
- Families should note local private elementary schools average tuition of $21,703, providing context for San Luis Obispo Christian School's tuition affordability.
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
36 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
44%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for San Luis Obispo Christian School?
The application deadline for San Luis Obispo Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to San Luis Obispo Christian School is Lindamood Bell Academy (1.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Christ Classical School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Old Mission School (1.5 miles away)
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Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: K-6 | 41 students
Avg. class size: 4 students
880 Laureate Lane
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 453-6161
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students
Avg. class size: 35 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
761 Broad Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-6019
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 35 students
416 Higuera St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-3836
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: 2-8 | 3 students
Special Education School
1625 Shattuck Ave Ste 250
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 649-7618
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 273 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Catholic
682 Palm Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-2131
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 35 students
416 Higuera St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-3836
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 273 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Catholic
682 Palm Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-2131
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 394 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 2
165 Grand Avenue
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 548-8700
Distance: 11.6 mi
Gr: K-12 | 351 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 7
Christian
1005 N. Oak Park Blvd.
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
(805) 489-1213
Distance: 12.1 mi
Gr: K-12 | 34 students
Avg. class size: 5 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
P.O. Box 1677
Atascadero, CA 93423
(805) 242-6053
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: K-6 | 41 students
Avg. class size: 4 students
880 Laureate Lane
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 453-6161
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students
Avg. class size: 35 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
761 Broad Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-6019
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: 3-12 | 35 students
416 Higuera St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 541-3836
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: 2-8 | 3 students
Special Education School
1625 Shattuck Ave Ste 250
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 649-7618
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 394 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 2
165 Grand Avenue
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 548-8700
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students
Avg. class size: 35 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
761 Broad Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 543-6019
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: PK-K | 119 students
Daycare / Preschool
1 Grand Ave
San Luis Obispo, CA 93407
(805) 756-1267
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 394 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 2
165 Grand Avenue
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 548-8700
Distance: 3.4 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 86 students
Montessori School
4200 S Higuera St
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 544-6691
Distance: 8.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 134 students
880 Manzanita Dr
Los Osos, CA 93402
(805) 235-4401
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bishop's Peak Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
451 Jaycee Dr.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4030
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4030
0.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 358 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Teach Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
165 Grand Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4100
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4100
0.6 miles
Gr: 4-6 | 193 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Pacheco Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
261 Cuesta Dr.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4081
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4081
0.9 miles
Gr: K-6 | 488 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
C L Smith Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1375 Balboa St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4094
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4094
1.9 miles
Gr: K-6 | 528 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Laguna Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11050 Los Osos Valley Rd.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4055
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(805) 596-4055
1.9 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 780 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
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