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Ripon Christian Schools

Ripon Christian School has been serving families for over 95 years. Our students receive excellent academic training, as well as preparedness for our lifelong walk with Christ.
The vision of Ripon Christian Schools is to provide students with the opportunity to grow in faith, develop as leaders, and be challenged to meet their full potential while serving God and others in this world.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,035 students
  • Average class size: 21 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Ripon Christian Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1928

Student Body

Total Students
1,035 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Ripon Christian Schools Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
21 students
Number of AP Courses
6 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Calculus, AP Computer Science, AP English, AP Spanish, AP US History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Polo

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition based on grade level. Please contact the school or check www.rcschools.com for more information
Admissions Director
Lori
Endowment Size
$11.3 million

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
FFA, Robotics

Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir, Drama, Floral Design, Knightsounds

School Notes

  • Ripon Christian School has been serving families for over 95 years. Our students receive excellent academic training, as well as preparedness for our lifelong walk with Christ.
  • The vision of Ripon Christian Schools is to provide students with the opportunity to grow in faith, develop as leaders, and be challenged to meet their full potential while serving God and others in this world.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Ripon Christian Schools offer?
Ripon Christian Schools offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Ripon Christian Schools is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in California for most sports offered.
What is Ripon Christian Schools's ranking?
Ripon Christian Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Ripon Christian Schools?
The application deadline for Ripon Christian Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked CA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,035 students
  • Average class size: 21 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in San Joaquin County, CA is $5,725 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in San Joaquin County, CA is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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