Shield Of Faith Christian School in El Monte, CA, serves 42 co–ed students from kindergarten through 10th grade in a suburban community setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 with 7 total teachers supporting its regular elementary and secondary programs.
Affiliated with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, the school is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International and the National Christian School Association.
Shield Of Faith Christian School ranks in the top 20% of California private schools for diversity, with 92.6% of students representing students of color.
As a California K–10 Christian private school, it provides education within a faith–based framework in the El Monte suburban area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Shield Of Faith Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-10
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
42 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
93%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Shield Of Faith Christian School?
The application deadline for Shield Of Faith Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Shield Of Faith Christian School is Rio Hondo Preparatory School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Angela Preschool & Kindergarten (0.9 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
5150 Farna Ave
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 444-9531
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 444-9531
0.4 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 151 students Avg. class size: 30 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
Pearl Preparatory School ![Pearl Preparatory School Photo - Pearl Prep uses a hands-on approach to education. All students go on monthly field trips in coordination with the classroom curriculum.]( "Pearl Preparatory School Photo - Pearl Prep uses a hands-on approach to education. All students go on monthly field trips in coordination with the classroom curriculum.")
(Christian)
1307 E. Longden Ave.
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 442-7737
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 442-7737
0.5 miles
Gr: K-6 | 164 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Angela Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
100 E Live Oak Ave
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 445-9288
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 445-9288
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 41 students
Academicise Int. Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
325 E Live Oak Ave
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 623-6020
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 623-6020
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 81 students
10313 Lower Azusa Rd
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 688-2726
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 688-2726
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 49 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
5150 Farna Ave
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 444-9531
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 444-9531
0.4 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 151 students Avg. class size: 30 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
Nativity Elementary School
(Catholic)
10907 Saint Louis Dr
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 448-2414
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 448-2414
1.3 miles
Gr: K-9 | 222 students
Arcadia Christian School
(Christian)
1900 S Santa Anita Ave
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 574-8229
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 574-8229
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 148 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
New Life Christian School
(Baptist)
3523 Meeker Ave
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 374-7716
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 374-7716
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 41 students Tuition listed
2640 S Myrtle Ave
Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 821-0025
Monrovia, CA 91016
(626) 821-0025
2.1 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 190 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
5150 Farna Ave
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 444-9531
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 444-9531
0.4 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 151 students Avg. class size: 30 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
Pearl Preparatory School ![Pearl Preparatory School Photo - Pearl Prep uses a hands-on approach to education. All students go on monthly field trips in coordination with the classroom curriculum.]( "Pearl Preparatory School Photo - Pearl Prep uses a hands-on approach to education. All students go on monthly field trips in coordination with the classroom curriculum.")
(Christian)
1307 E. Longden Ave.
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 442-7737
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 442-7737
0.5 miles
Gr: K-6 | 164 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Nativity Elementary School
(Catholic)
10907 Saint Louis Dr
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 448-2414
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 448-2414
1.3 miles
Gr: K-9 | 222 students
Arcadia Christian School
(Christian)
1900 S Santa Anita Ave
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 574-8229
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 574-8229
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 148 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
New Life Christian School
(Baptist)
3523 Meeker Ave
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 374-7716
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 374-7716
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 41 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Angela Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
100 E Live Oak Ave
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 445-9288
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 445-9288
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 41 students
Academicise Int. Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool
325 E Live Oak Ave
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 623-6020
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 623-6020
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 81 students
10313 Lower Azusa Rd
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 688-2726
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 688-2726
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 49 students
141 Las Tunas Dr
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 445-8834
Arcadia, CA 91007
(626) 445-8834
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 54 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Arcadia Christian School
(Christian)
1900 S Santa Anita Ave
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 574-8229
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 574-8229
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 148 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Arroyo High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4921 North Cedar Ave.
El Monte, CA 91732
(626) 444-9201
El Monte, CA 91732
(626) 444-9201
0.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,638 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Cleminson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5213 North Daleview Ave.
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 575-2327
Temple City, CA 91780
(626) 575-2327
0.5 miles
Gr: K-6 | 316 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rio Hondo Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11425 Wildflower Rd.
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 575-2308
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 575-2308
0.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 636 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Wright Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11317 East Mcgirk Rd.
El Monte, CA 91732
(626) 575-2333
El Monte, CA 91732
(626) 575-2333
0.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 562 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Cherrylee Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5025 Buffington Rd.
El Monte, CA 91732
(626) 575-2326
El Monte, CA 91732
(626) 575-2326
1 miles
Gr: K-6 | 292 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
School Reviews
5 6/7/2024
This will be the second year may child has been attending. The teachers are very communicative about my daughter's progress and I appreciate that. The director makes herself accessible to parents. Great academics. Parent participation is a must at this school for the success of your child and the school. I was specifically looking for a christian school. Although academics are important, may child's salvation is paramount. Yesterday, I attended a play at the school based on the Biblical Book of Proverbs. The performing arts department did an excellent job with the kids. I love this school. This school stands for biblical truth!
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