Riverside Christian Day School was founded in 1948 for the purpose of offering a Christ-centered education to help families produce happy, well-educated, Godly young people.
The School was started through the cooperative efforts of Christian educators and Christian parents who held to the firm conviction that the Living God and His Eternal Word, the Bible, deserve a central place in education.
A two-story house on Tenth Street in downtown Riverside was used as a school facility to accommodate 28 students in the first year.
A move to a renovated studio building on Sunnyside Drive was required for the second year as the School continued to grow.
Construction of the Riverside campus on the Arlington Avenue site was begun shortly thereafter.
The two existing classroom wings and the rotunda building were completed by 1965, which provided ample space for the growing student body.
Our teachers and staff seek to establish a Biblical standard of academic achievement and moral conduct that challenges each student to reach maximum potential.
We join efforts with parents who want their children to develop Godly wisdom and Christlike character.
Our School serves to complement both the ministries of the Christian home and the local church.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 977 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Woodcrest Christian Day School 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 Kindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
977 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
52%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodcrest Christian Day School's ranking?
Woodcrest Christian Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Woodcrest Christian Day School?
The application deadline for Woodcrest Christian Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Woodcrest Christian Day School located?
Woodcrest Christian Day School is located in the Magnolia Center neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 4 other private schools located in Magnolia Center.
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