Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Sonrise Christian School
About the School
- Sonrise Christian School is committed to teaching the heart as well as the mind.
- We know that the task of shaping lives is a call of ultimate significance.
- When one sees the potential inherent in a child, teaching becomes less of a profession and more a sacred call.
- The heart of teaching must be to help children discover their own boundless capacity to think, feel, explore and understand.
- The mission of Sonrise Christian School is to create an environment in which children can experience the love of Jesus as they grow in wisdom and stature and in favor with God and man.
- At Sonrise Christian School we advocate a way of life based on the truths and values of the Christian faith as revealed in the New Testament.
- Sonrise Christian School is accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International and by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
- Sonrise is an incorporated not-for-profit organization with strong traditional links to the Churches of Christ.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Sonrise Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1968
Summer School Offered
Yes
Campus Size
13 acres
Student Body
Total Students
500 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
77%
State avg.: 52%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
25 students
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
We offer a no-interest, 10 or 12 month payment plan.
% on Financial Aid
12%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
ChessDance
GymnasticsSteel Drum Band
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Sonrise Christian School offer?
Sonrise Christian School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Flag Football, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Sonrise Christian School's ranking?
Sonrise Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Sonrise Christian School?
The application deadline for Sonrise Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Sonrise Christian School located?
Sonrise Christian School is located in the Charter Oak neighborhood of Covina, CA. There are 2 other private schools located in Charter Oak.
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The nearest preschool is Gateway Montessori & Preschool (0.7 miles away)
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Avg. class size: 35 students
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(626) 919-2000
Distance: 6.2 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 1,015 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
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La Puente, CA 91746
(626) 962-2495
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: K-8 | 471 students
Avg. class size: 23 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 3
Christian
242 W Baseline Rd
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(626) 914-1849
Distance: 3.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 219 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 2
Catholic
215 S Valley Center Ave
Glendora, CA 91741
(626) 335-0772
Distance: 3.9 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 408 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 15
Christian
1600 E Francisquito Avenue
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 919-2000
Distance: 4.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 354 students
Avg. class size: 35 students
Catholic
124 S San Dimas Canyon Rd
San Dimas, CA 91773
(909) 542-0449
Distance: 9.4 mi
Gr: K-6 | 164 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 10
Christian
1307 E. Longden Ave.
Arcadia, CA 91006
(626) 442-7737
Distance: 3.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 219 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 2
Catholic
215 S Valley Center Ave
Glendora, CA 91741
(626) 335-0772
Distance: 3.9 mi
Gr: NS-12 | 408 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 15
Christian
1600 E Francisquito Avenue
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 919-2000
Distance: 4.2 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 354 students
Avg. class size: 35 students
Catholic
124 S San Dimas Canyon Rd
San Dimas, CA 91773
(909) 542-0449
Distance: 13.0 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 283 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 11
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(626) 286-3108
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Covina, CA 91724
(626) 332-4453
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Gr: PK-8 | 246 students
Catholic
1728 E Covina Blvd
Covina, CA 91724
(626) 966-2317
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344 E Rowland St
Covina, CA 91723
(626) 967-0044
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 65 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
200 N 2nd Ave
Covina, CA 91723
(626) 332-5875
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 24 students
Daycare / Preschool
525 S Stewart Drive
Covina, CA 91723
(626) 339-3850
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: K-12 | 47 students
Alternative School (Christian)
541 S Aldenville Ave
Covina, CA 91723
(626) 967-1827
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 115 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Special Education School
762 Cypress St
San Dimas, CA 91773
(909) 599-1227
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Gr: NS-12 | 408 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 15
Christian
1600 E Francisquito Avenue
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 919-2000
Distance: 4.0 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 247 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 19
All-girls (Catholic)
655 W Sierra Madre Ave
Glendora, CA 91741
(626) 335-3322
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 246 students
Catholic
1728 E Covina Blvd
Covina, CA 91724
(626) 966-2317
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 59 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 3
Seventh Day Adventist
3528 E Temple Way
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 859-5005
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: K-8 | 268 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Catholic
360 W Workman St
Covina, CA 91723
(626) 332-7222
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: K-12 | 47 students
Alternative School (Christian)
541 S Aldenville Ave
Covina, CA 91723
(626) 967-1827
Distance: 2.0 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 130 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 5
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)
311 S Citrus St
West Covina, CA 91791
(626) 967-7531
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: PK-K | 20 students
Montessori School
4730 N Grand Ave
Covina, CA 91724
(626) 332-4453
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 246 students
Catholic
1728 E Covina Blvd
Covina, CA 91724
(626) 966-2317
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: PK-K | 29 students
Montessori School
344 E Rowland St
Covina, CA 91723
(626) 967-0044
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 65 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
200 N 2nd Ave
Covina, CA 91723
(626) 332-5875
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 24 students
Daycare / Preschool
525 S Stewart Drive
Covina, CA 91723
(626) 339-3850
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Royal Oak Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
303 South Glendora Ave.
Covina, CA 91724
(626) 967-6354
Covina, CA 91724
(626) 967-6354
0.4 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 610 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Badillo Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1771 East Old Badillo Ave.
Covina, CA 91724
(626) 966-1753
Covina, CA 91724
(626) 966-1753
0.7 miles
Gr: K-6 | 442 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Charter Oak High School
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1430 East Covina Blvd.
Covina, CA 91724
(626) 915-5841
Covina, CA 91724
(626) 915-5841
0.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,259 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Covina-valley Learning Options Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
758 W. Grondahl St.
Covina, CA 91722
(626) 974-4822
Covina, CA 91722
(626) 974-4822
0.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 57 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Sierra Vista Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
777 East Puente St.
Covina, CA 91723
(626) 974-7300
Covina, CA 91723
(626) 974-7300
0.7 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 778 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
School Reviews
5 8/30/2014
This school offers a wonderful, authentic Christian foundation, both loving and academically strong. Our girls are very happy here (currently in preschool as well as 3rd grade). Teachers and staff encourage and nurture all the unique gifts children have to offer. They offer sports and extracurriculars like Art, Chess Club, Gymnastics, Dance, Music Lessons and more. All students use laptops and are well trained for success! Best investment we have made: we are very happy with our Sonrise Family!
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