Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Temple Philadelphia Christian Academy
About the School
- Temple Philadelphia Christian Academy in Salinas, CA serves 34 co–ed students in grades 1 through 12, offering a Christian–oriented education in a midsize city setting.
- The school has a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 with 2 total teachers providing instruction across all grade levels.
- Founded with an Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) affiliation, the school operates as a religious private school with other Christian associations.
- The student body is highly diverse, with approximately 97% of students representing students of color, ranking the school in the top 20% for diversity among California private schools.
- Located in the heart of Salinas, this private school provides an option for families seeking a small K–12 Christian education program in a city community.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Temple Philadelphia Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Body
Total Students
34 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
97%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Temple Philadelphia Christian Academy often compared to?
Temple Philadelphia Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Prunedale Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Temple Philadelphia Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Temple Philadelphia Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ÌÇÐÄÔ´´s
Popular comparisons: Temple Philadelphia Christian Academy vs. Prunedale Christian Academy
The nearest high school to Temple Philadelphia Christian Academy is Palma School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Sacred Heart School (0.4 miles away)
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Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 352 students
Avg. class size: 34 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
123 W Market St
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 771-1310
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: 6-12
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 15
All-boys (Catholic)
919 Iverson St
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 422-6391
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 175 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 7
All-girls (Catholic)
455 Palma Drive
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 751-1850
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 235 students
Catholic
20 Santa Teresa Way
Salinas, CA 93906
(831) 424-7813
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: K-8 | 153 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 5
Baptist
345 East Alvin Drive
Salinas, CA 93906
(831) 449-0140
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: 6-12
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 15
All-boys (Catholic)
919 Iverson St
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 422-6391
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 175 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 7
All-girls (Catholic)
455 Palma Drive
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 751-1850
Distance: 5.8 mi
Gr: K-12 | 23 students
Baptist
674 Harrison Rd
Salinas, CA 93907
(831) 442-3548
Distance: 8.5 mi
Gr: K-12 | 50 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 11
Christian
8145 Prunedale North Rd
Salinas, CA 93907
(831) 737-8770
Distance: 8.7 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 138 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 3
Specialized Curriculum
2511 Numa Watson Road
Seaside, CA 93955
(831) 394-3468
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 352 students
Avg. class size: 34 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
123 W Market St
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 771-1310
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: 6-12
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 15
All-boys (Catholic)
919 Iverson St
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 422-6391
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 235 students
Catholic
20 Santa Teresa Way
Salinas, CA 93906
(831) 424-7813
Distance: 2.2 mi
Gr: K-8 | 153 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 5
Baptist
345 East Alvin Drive
Salinas, CA 93906
(831) 449-0140
Distance: 5.8 mi
Gr: K-12 | 23 students
Baptist
674 Harrison Rd
Salinas, CA 93907
(831) 442-3548
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 352 students
Avg. class size: 34 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
123 W Market St
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 771-1310
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 235 students
Catholic
20 Santa Teresa Way
Salinas, CA 93906
(831) 424-7813
Distance: 8.0 mi
Gr: PK-K | 30 students
All-girls | Daycare / Preschool
305 Reindollar Ave
Marina, CA 93933
(831) 883-1216
Distance: 11.2 mi
Gr: PK-K | 19 students
Daycare / Preschool
2 Justin Ct
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 647-9556
Distance: 11.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 185 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Extracurriculars: 1
Assembly of God
1184 Hilby Ave
Seaside, CA 93955
(831) 899-2060
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 19% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
120 Capitol St.
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 753-5645
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 753-5645
0.4 miles
Gr: K-6 | 560 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
(Math: 25% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
726 South Main St.
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 796-7400
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 796-7400
0.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 2,380 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
(Math: 40% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
705 California St.
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 753-5625
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 753-5625
0.8 miles
Gr: K-6 | 646 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
(Math: 22% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
560 Iverson St.
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 796-7100
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 796-7100
0.8 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 1,082 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10 Sherwood Pl.
Salinas, CA 93906
(831) 796-7700
Salinas, CA 93906
(831) 796-7700
0.9 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 18 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
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