Redwood Christian Schools

Redwood Christian Schools

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
4200 James Ave,  Castro Valley, CA
4.1
4.8
682 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Al Hearne
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1280
Average ACT Score
25
Average GPA
3.68
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$19,412
Religious Affiliation
Christian

Niche Grade

A
Academics
B
Teachers
A+
College Prep
B-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.68
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
55
Full Time Teachers
50
Part Time Teachers
5
Teachers in First or Second Year
15%
College Prep
Average SAT
1280
Math
640
Verbal
640
Average ACT
25
Math
23
English
25
Reading
27
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
83%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
56.3%
Female
43.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
26.8%
White
22.1%
Two or more races
19%
Hispanic
15.7%
Black
14.6%
Native American
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#3 Most Diverse Private HS in California
#26 Best Christian Schools in California
#72 Best Private K12 Schools in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Los Angeles 58 Students
University of California - Berkeley 58 Students
University of California - San Diego 48 Students
University of California - Irvine 46 Students
University of California - Davis 45 Students
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 45 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 40 Students
University of Southern California 38 Students
San José State University 37 Students
San Francisco State University 35 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 40 Students
Psychology 32 Students
Nursing 19 Students
Computer Science 11 Students
Communications 11 Students
Biology 9 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 8 Students
Chemistry 8 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 8 Students
Counseling Psychology 7 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 100 Reviews
4.0 Senior
7/30/2025
It's a good school with a good community. We are a small school so everyone knows everyone but that's what makes us close
5.0 Sophomore
6/29/2024
Overall experience is great. Teachers are great. Faculty are great but would love to see if the school can provide food for students that don't have lunch.
3.0 Parent
6/28/2024
1. The Classroom size is too big w/student : teacher average of 24:1 with no full time TA. This leads to some kids (those who are academically behind or ahead) not getting the attention they need. 2. Teacher accreditation and teaching experience of some of the teachers at the appropriate grade level are questionable, impacting academic quality. There has been instance where parents have been hired in the middle of a school year without prior grade level teaching experience. 3. The elementary school uses the parking lot as a playground and for P.E. So the kids clothes is usually are black from the parking lot concrete tar residue.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.8 9 Reviews
5.0 parent
3/1/2024
We heard good things about RCS from many local friends, but were still pleasantly surprised by how positive our experience has been so far after enrolling our child. Our child enjoyed K and 1st classrooms very much so far. Small class sizes, quality and accessible teachers, high parental involvement...
5.0 parent
2/29/2024
I am a parent of a senior heading to college, a thriving sophomore and a happy elementary kid. We are not a practicing Christian family but we love RCS and feel welcome here. The statement “What is God’s path for you?” guides teachings to ensure that your kid is set up for future success; trade scho...
5.0 parent
2/15/2018
Outstanding! Perfect for our family and our sons!
5.0 parent
11/14/2017
We are so pleased for putting our kids in this schoolNot only they are able to learn effectively, they have also received a solid Christian valueThe proper value is so important to them, especially in this eraThanks

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Redwood Christian Schools is a private Christian school for students in grades K-12 located at 4200 James Ave in Castro Valley, CA. Annual tuition is $19,412. The school has a total enrollment of 682 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Redwood Christian Schools has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.68, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1280 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $1,095,964. Discover additional schools in the area, like Redwood Christian Middle School & High School, Arroyo High School, KIPP King Collegiate High School, and more. Learn more about what Castro Valley has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Redwood Christian Schools.

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