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Golden Hills Christian School

2401 Shady Willow Lane
Brentwood, CA 94513
Golden Hills Christian School in Brentwood, CA serves 157 students from kindergarten through 8th grade in a suburban community setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 with 10 total teachers and a diverse student body representing 42% students of color.
Founded in 1989, Golden Hills Christian School offers a Baptist–oriented program affiliated with the American Association of Christian Schools and the Association of Christian Schools International.
Annual tuition is $4,100, ranking the school among the more affordable California K–8 private schools in the area.
Admissions are offered on a rolling basis, providing flexibility for families seeking enrollment throughout the year.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 157 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,100
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Golden Hills Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

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Attribute
Affordability

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
157 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
1%

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Peggy Collins
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Chess Club

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Golden Hills Christian School cost?
Golden Hills Christian School's tuition is approximately $4,100 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Golden Hills Christian School?
The application deadline for Golden Hills Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 157 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,100
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Contra Costa County, CA is $18,631 for elementary schools and $26,557 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Contra Costa County, CA is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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