Whispering Pines Christian School in Plymouth, CA serves 131 co–ed students from kindergarten through eighth grade in a rural setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 with 11 teachers supporting its elementary and middle school programs.
As a Christian–affiliated institution, Whispering Pines Christian offers a regular elementary and secondary curriculum in a rural community environment.
The student body includes about 18.55% students of color, reflecting some diversity within this California K–8 private school.
Located in rural Plymouth, Whispering Pines Christian School provides education options for families seeking a small private school experience in northern California.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
131 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 52%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Whispering Pines Christian School?
The application deadline for Whispering Pines Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Whispering Pines Christian School is Independent Trails (6.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Marble Valley Academy (10.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Monarch Montessori (9.4 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Independent Trails
Special Education School
7315 S Shingle Rd
Shingle Springs, CA 95682
(530) 672-9462
Shingle Springs, CA 95682
(530) 672-9462
6.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students
Monarch Montessori
Montessori School (Christian)
9282 Main Street
Plymouth, CA 95669
(209) 245-6313
Plymouth, CA 95669
(209) 245-6313
9.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 52 students
5005 Hillsdale Cirlce
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 933-5122
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 933-5122
10.1 miles
Gr: NS-10 | 167 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
1060 Suncast Lane
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 933-0100
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 933-0100
11 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Point Quest Education - Elementary Dorado Hills
Special Education School
4900 Windplay Dr
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 422-0571
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 422-0571
11.1 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 59 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Independent Trails
Special Education School
7315 S Shingle Rd
Shingle Springs, CA 95682
(530) 672-9462
Shingle Springs, CA 95682
(530) 672-9462
6.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students
5005 Hillsdale Cirlce
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 933-5122
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 933-5122
10.1 miles
Gr: NS-10 | 167 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
District Christian Academy
Alternative School (Christian)
7006 Rossmore Ln
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 857-9100
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 857-9100
12.1 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 41 students
Wilton Christian School
(Christian)
9697 Dillard Rd
Wilton, CA 95693
(916) 687-7693
Wilton, CA 95693
(916) 687-7693
13.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 65 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 1 Acceptance rate listed
12420 Pear Ln
Wilton, CA 95693
(916) 687-8329
Wilton, CA 95693
(916) 687-8329
14.3 miles
Gr: 1-9 | 5 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
5005 Hillsdale Cirlce
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 933-5122
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 933-5122
10.1 miles
Gr: NS-10 | 167 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
1060 Suncast Lane
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 933-0100
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 933-0100
11 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
District Christian Academy
Alternative School (Christian)
7006 Rossmore Ln
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 857-9100
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 857-9100
12.1 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 41 students
Holy Trinity School
(Catholic)
3115 Tierra De Dios Drive
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(530) 677-3591
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(530) 677-3591
12.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 228 students Tuition listed
Wilton Christian School
(Christian)
9697 Dillard Rd
Wilton, CA 95693
(916) 687-7693
Wilton, CA 95693
(916) 687-7693
13.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 65 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 1 Acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Monarch Montessori
Montessori School (Christian)
9282 Main Street
Plymouth, CA 95669
(209) 245-6313
Plymouth, CA 95669
(209) 245-6313
9.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 52 students
5005 Hillsdale Cirlce
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 933-5122
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 933-5122
10.1 miles
Gr: NS-10 | 167 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
1060 Suncast Lane
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 933-0100
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 933-0100
11 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 168 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Gift Of Kids Inc
Daycare / Preschool
5130 Golden Foothill Pkwy
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 941-8451
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 941-8451
11.2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 185 students Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
3959 Park Dr.
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 939-0391
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
(916) 939-0391
12.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 30 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7900 South Shingle Rd.
Shingle Springs, CA 95682
(530) 677-0260
Shingle Springs, CA 95682
(530) 677-0260
5.4 miles
Gr: 4-8 | 77 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7680 South Shingle Rd.
Shingle Springs, CA 95682
(530) 677-0260
Shingle Springs, CA 95682
(530) 677-0260
5.8 miles
Gr: K-3 | 55 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13580 Jackson Rd.
Sloughhouse, CA 95683
(916) 682-2653
Sloughhouse, CA 95683
(916) 682-2653
7.4 miles
Gr: K-6 | 350 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
18601 Sherwood
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7800
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-7800
9.2 miles
Gr: K-6 | 209 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
525 Independence Dr.
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5100
Jackson, CA 95642
(209) 257-5100
9.9 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 10 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
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