Bethel Christian vs. Desert Christian Schools
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Bethel Christian ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
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Desert Christian Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Overview
Bethel Christian School began in 1979 as a ministry of Bethel Baptist Church.
Bethel Christian School exists primarily to support parents in fulfilling their child-rearing responsibilities.
BCS recognizes the educational purposes of the state of California when not in conflict with Scripture.
These educational purposes include the responsibilities of individuals as citizens, the need for human relationships, the individual’s responsibility for good stewardship, and the differences in individual capabilities.
The administration, faculty and school board is dedicated by philosophy, purpose and design to the provision of a Christ-centered educational program of high quality.
Bethel Christian School shape the future by helping students to develop a love for learning and a commitment to honoring God in their daily lives.
Desert Christian Schools provides a Christian education experience for children, youth and adults in the Antelope Valley.
Physical, emotional, social, spiritual and intellectual needs are met through a variety of learning opportunities.
As a result of our ministry, individuals will develop a God-centered world view with the ability to apply biblical principles to everday decisions.
Grades Offered
K-8
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
n/a
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Diagnosed Learning Differences
Year Founded
n/a
1977
Students Body
Total Students
404 students
1328 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
37%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
-
191
Pre-K Students
-
398
Kindergarten Students
136
112
Grade 1 Students
40
63
Grade 2 Students
33
55
Grade 3 Students
40
41
Grade 4 Students
28
51
Grade 5 Students
42
63
Grade 6 Students
24
51
Grade 7 Students
13
73
Grade 8 Students
48
75
Grade 9 Students
-
47
Grade 10 Students
-
35
Grade 11 Students
-
29
Grade 12 Students
-
44
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
34 teachers
Number of AP Classes
13
8
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:19
1:39
Classroom Dress Code
n/a
Casual
(DCS Polo Shirt)
(DCS Polo Shirt)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please contact our school office at (661) 943-2224
Varies with each program
Admissions Director
n/a
Mrs. Diana Andre
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5
11