Whittier Christian Schools was established in 1947 as a ministry of Calvary Baptist Church of Whittier, California.
Whittier Christian Schools is dedicated to excellence in Christian education developing disciplined, motivated students who are academically strong and have a personal faith in Christ and are equipped to affect the world for Him.
Our purpose is to partner with families to educate students academically, socially, and spiritually in a Christ-centered atmosphere.
"And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men." Our goals are to focus on our constituency's desire for spiritual growth, academic development, security, and expansion.
We strive for continued improvement and quality of curriculum and programs so that students are strong, equipped for further education, based on a Biblical foundation in a Christ-centered atmosphere.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Whittier Christian Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
419 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
77%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whittier Christian Schools's ranking?
Whittier Christian Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Whittier Christian Schools?
The application deadline for Whittier Christian Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Whittier Christian Schools is Calvary Chapel Christian School Of Whittier (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Lad N Lassie Preschool (0.3 miles away)
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Students
Grades: 1-12 | 40 students 0.1 miles 12817 Hadley St
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 907-2130
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 907-2130
0.1
1-12
40
Lad N Lassie Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
Grades: PK-K | 262 students 0.3 miles 12620 Broadway
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 945-6466
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 945-6466
0.3
PK-K
262
Grades: K-8 | 250 students 0.4 miles 7218 Pickering Ave
Whittier, CA 90602
(562) 698-0253
Whittier, CA 90602
(562) 698-0253
0.4
K-8
250
Grades: PK-5 | 25 students 0.4 miles 6726 Washington Avenue
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 945-1654
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 945-1654
0.4
PK-5
25
Grades: PK-8 | 330 students 0.6 miles 13514 Olive Drive
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 907-4200
Whittier, CA 90601
(562) 907-4200
0.6
PK-8
330
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