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 Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,035 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- 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
Student Body
Sports offered
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
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.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
21 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
6 courses
AP/Advanced Courses
AP CalculusAP Computer Science
AP EnglishAP Spanish
AP US History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Polo
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Tuition Notes
Tuition based on grade level. Please contact the school or check www.rcschools.com for more information
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Lori
Application URL
Endowment Size
$11.3 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
FFARobotics
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
DramaFloral 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.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Armando Blanco (Graduation Year: 2001)
- Ryan Vander Veen (Graduation Year: 1999)
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ripon Christian Schools cost?
Ripon Christian Schools's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Ripon Christian Schools?
The acceptance rate of Ripon Christian Schools is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
Who are famous alumni from Ripon Christian Schools?
Ripon Christian Schools famous alumni include: Armando Blanco (Graduation Year: 2001) and Ryan Vander Veen (Graduation Year: 1999).
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).
Related Schools
Show me:
People that viewed Ripon Christian Schools also viewed these schools: Big Valley Christian, Turlock Christian School, VCMS and Legacy Christian Academy.
The nearest high school and elementary school to Ripon Christian Schools is Sierra View Christian (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Modesto Christian School (3.2 miles away)
Show me:
Show me:
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4040 Tully Rd D
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 527-3481
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 527-3481
6.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 852 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 12
1619 E. Monte Vista Ave./2323 Colorado Ave./2006 E. Tuolumne Rd.
Turlock, CA 95382
(209) 632-2237
Turlock, CA 95382
(209) 632-2237
23.2 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 559 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
VCMS ![VCMS Photo - Our 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C. every spring is one of the highlights of the year. Here the students are pictured in front of the Supreme Court, a stop on their informative, inspirational and fun trip to the nation's capital.]( "VCMS Photo - Our 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C. every spring is one of the highlights of the year. Here the students are pictured in front of the Supreme Court, a stop on their informative, inspirational and fun trip to the nation's capital.")
(Christian)
205 S Allen Dr
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 333-8300
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 333-8300
28.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 86 students Avg. class size: 30 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
5000 Academy Drive
Frisco, TX 75034
(469) 633-1330
Frisco, TX 75034
(469) 633-1330
1399.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,146 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4040 Tully Rd D
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 527-3481
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 527-3481
6.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 852 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 12
1619 E. Monte Vista Ave./2323 Colorado Ave./2006 E. Tuolumne Rd.
Turlock, CA 95382
(209) 632-2237
Turlock, CA 95382
(209) 632-2237
23.2 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 559 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
5000 Academy Drive
Frisco, TX 75034
(469) 633-1330
Frisco, TX 75034
(469) 633-1330
1399.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,146 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4040 Tully Rd D
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 527-3481
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 527-3481
6.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 852 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 12
1619 E. Monte Vista Ave./2323 Colorado Ave./2006 E. Tuolumne Rd.
Turlock, CA 95382
(209) 632-2237
Turlock, CA 95382
(209) 632-2237
23.2 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 559 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
VCMS ![VCMS Photo - Our 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C. every spring is one of the highlights of the year. Here the students are pictured in front of the Supreme Court, a stop on their informative, inspirational and fun trip to the nation's capital.]( "VCMS Photo - Our 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C. every spring is one of the highlights of the year. Here the students are pictured in front of the Supreme Court, a stop on their informative, inspirational and fun trip to the nation's capital.")
(Christian)
205 S Allen Dr
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 333-8300
Lodi, CA 95242
(209) 333-8300
28.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 86 students Avg. class size: 30 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
5000 Academy Drive
Frisco, TX 75034
(469) 633-1330
Frisco, TX 75034
(469) 633-1330
1399.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,146 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4040 Tully Rd D
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 527-3481
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 527-3481
6.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 852 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 12
1619 E. Monte Vista Ave./2323 Colorado Ave./2006 E. Tuolumne Rd.
Turlock, CA 95382
(209) 632-2237
Turlock, CA 95382
(209) 632-2237
23.2 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 559 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
5000 Academy Drive
Frisco, TX 75034
(469) 633-1330
Frisco, TX 75034
(469) 633-1330
1399.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,146 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Sierra View Christian
(Christian)
429 Van Dyken Way
Ripon, CA 95366
(209) 342-8419
Ripon, CA 95366
(209) 342-8419
0.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 75 students
Modesto Christian School ![Modesto Christian School Photo]( "Modesto Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
5755 Sisk Rd
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 529-5510
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 529-5510
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 301 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Brethren Heritage School
(Brethren)
3549 Dakota Ave
Modesto, CA 95358
(209) 543-7860
Modesto, CA 95358
(209) 543-7860
4.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 45 students
Manteca Christian School
(Assembly of God)
486 Button Ave
Manteca, CA 95336
(209) 239-2343
Manteca, CA 95336
(209) 239-2343
5.3 miles
Gr: K-9 | 117 students
525 S. Union Rd.
Manteca, CA 95336
(209) 239-3140
Manteca, CA 95336
(209) 239-3140
5.9 miles
Gr: 4-8 | 7 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Sierra View Christian
(Christian)
429 Van Dyken Way
Ripon, CA 95366
(209) 342-8419
Ripon, CA 95366
(209) 342-8419
0.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 75 students
Modesto Christian School ![Modesto Christian School Photo]( "Modesto Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
5755 Sisk Rd
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 529-5510
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 529-5510
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 301 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Brethren Heritage School
(Brethren)
3549 Dakota Ave
Modesto, CA 95358
(209) 543-7860
Modesto, CA 95358
(209) 543-7860
4.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 45 students
Manteca Christian School
(Assembly of God)
486 Button Ave
Manteca, CA 95336
(209) 239-2343
Manteca, CA 95336
(209) 239-2343
5.3 miles
Gr: K-9 | 117 students
4040 Tully Rd D
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 527-3481
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 527-3481
6.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 852 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 12
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Sierra View Christian
(Christian)
429 Van Dyken Way
Ripon, CA 95366
(209) 342-8419
Ripon, CA 95366
(209) 342-8419
0.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 75 students
Modesto Christian School ![Modesto Christian School Photo]( "Modesto Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
5755 Sisk Rd
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 529-5510
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 529-5510
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 301 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Brethren Heritage School
(Brethren)
3549 Dakota Ave
Modesto, CA 95358
(209) 543-7860
Modesto, CA 95358
(209) 543-7860
4.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 45 students
Manteca Christian School
(Assembly of God)
486 Button Ave
Manteca, CA 95336
(209) 239-2343
Manteca, CA 95336
(209) 239-2343
5.3 miles
Gr: K-9 | 117 students
525 S. Union Rd.
Manteca, CA 95336
(209) 239-3140
Manteca, CA 95336
(209) 239-3140
5.9 miles
Gr: 4-8 | 7 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Modesto Christian School ![Modesto Christian School Photo]( "Modesto Christian School Photo")
(Christian)
5755 Sisk Rd
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 529-5510
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 529-5510
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 301 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
323 N Fremont Ave
Manteca, CA 95336
(209) 823-4513
Manteca, CA 95336
(209) 823-4513
5.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 271 students Tuition listed
4040 Tully Rd D
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 527-3481
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 527-3481
6.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 852 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 12
Montessori School Of Modesto
Montessori School
3501 San Clemente Avenue
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 567-1115
Modesto, CA 95356
(209) 567-1115
6.7 miles
Gr: K | 25 students Avg. class size: 24 students
Lions N Lambs Preschool/kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
815 W Lathrop Rd
Manteca, CA 95336
(209) 249-5839
Manteca, CA 95336
(209) 249-5839
7.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 269 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
729 West Main St.
Ripon, CA 95366
(209) 599-5009
Ripon, CA 95366
(209) 599-5009
0.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 16 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
(Math: 45% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 North Acacia Ave.
Ripon, CA 95366
(209) 599-4287
Ripon, CA 95366
(209) 599-4287
0.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,051 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
(Math: 48% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
509 West Main St.
Ripon, CA 95366
(209) 599-4225
Ripon, CA 95366
(209) 599-4225
0.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 460 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
(Math: 31% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
415 East Oregon St.
Ripon, CA 95366
(209) 599-4104
Ripon, CA 95366
(209) 599-4104
0.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 473 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
(Math: 57% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1660 Stanley Dr.
Ripon, CA 95366
(209) 599-7113
Ripon, CA 95366
(209) 599-7113
0.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 464 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
School Reviews
5 5/9/2026
I love this school. We have many programs like art, music, and not to mention, floral design. I loveee floral design. I want to give a shoutout to my 2 favorite Jeremiah Meek and Jake Hoekstra. They are exceptional and leave a lasting impact on the school.
Endorse Ripon Christian Schools. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
- Academic or athletic awards
Recent Articles
Ask Current Parents What Admissions Won't Answer
Learn how to ask current private school parents revealing questions about culture, academics, communication, costs, discipline, and community life before deciding whether a school truly fits your family well.
When School Anxiety Is Really a School Fit Problem
Learn when school anxiety may signal a poor school fit, how parents can identify academic or social mismatches, and when changing private schools deserves serious consideration for families today.
Will My Child Find Their People? Evaluating School Culture
Learn how to evaluate private school culture, student belonging, friendships, teacher relationships, social dynamics, and authentic community fit so your child can find the right place to thrive and connect.
