Tri-City Christian School, in partnership with families, provides a high quality Christian educational program, challenging students to embrace spiritual commitment and to achieve academic excellence, equipping them to positively impact their culture for Christ.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Tri-City 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 Nursery/Preschool-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1971
Student Body
Total Students
704 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
19 students
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Spanish, Biology, Calculus A/B, Calculus B/C, Chemistry, Language, Literature, US Government and Politics, US History, World History
Average SAT score
1230
Average ACT score
25
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniforms through Lands End
uniforms through Lands End
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition assistance is offered for families with demonstrated need.
Admissions Director
Shane Goodwin
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Craft Club, Fashion Club, Robotics Competition Team, Surf Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Drama, Guitar
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ultimate Frisbee
Craft Club, Fashion Club, Robotics Competition Team, Surf Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Drama, Guitar
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ultimate Frisbee
School Notes
- Tri-City Christian School, in partnership with families, provides a high quality Christian educational program, challenging students to embrace spiritual commitment and to achieve academic excellence, equipping them to positively impact their culture for Christ.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Tri-City Christian School offer?
Tri-City Christian School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Tri-City Christian School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Tri-City Christian School's ranking?
Tri-City 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 Tri-City Christian School?
The application deadline for Tri-City Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 7/24/2015
I just love this school! My kids are in high school and have been there since pre-school. They are getting a top quality college prep education and growing in their spirituality daily. We have been so blessed by the teachers and families at this school. Now they are building a new facility and sports field. God is working miracles there and I am so happy to be part of it!
5 7/24/2015
Best investment, EVER! TriCity Christian School is an incredible asset to the academic environment in North County. Along with solid Christian values, they provide quality academics (85%+ pass rate for AP classes), superb staff and highly competitive athletics. Offering smaller class sizes, educational and missionary trips which span the globe, and a safe family environment, TCCS is an exceptional value. All of my children attended TCCS K-12 and were well prepared for the 4 year universities they attended. It was the best investment we have ever made, for their education and their future. It is exciting to see the new building and field being completed. It will add strength to an already powerful program.
5 7/9/2012
What a gem of a school we found. We have been so impressed by the commitment to our kids by their teachers and the whole staff at TCCS. When the public schools are struggling with classroom size, forced teaching of social topics, and declining programs, the school rises above and God is present.
It has been great to see kids be given the freedom to express themselves and grow in their faith. Sports, music programs, and many other activities are great. The kids also have current technology in their classrooms starting in kindergarten and 1st grade.
Each year it is so impressive with the schools that the seniors have to choose from and the levels and types of scholarships they earned through their hard work and preparation. My kids have been challenged in their course work but the teachers go above and beyond to commit extra time as needed.
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