Every Child Known.
Every Child Challenged.
Every Child Loved.
A private Kindergarten through Grade 8 Christian school in Huntington Beach, California. Small classes. Strong academics. A faculty that knows your child by name.
A Private Christian School in Huntington Beach Serving Kindergarten Through Grade 8
Founded in 1981 as a ministry of First Christian Church of Huntington Beach. Huntington Christian School has spent more than 45 years providing Orange County families with a Kindergarten through Grade 8 Christ-centered education. At HCS, every child is genuinely known by their teachers, consistently challenged in the classroom, and grounded in Christian faith, from their first year through graduation.
What It Means to Educate the Whole Child
At HCS, we don't believe faith, academics, and community are separate priorities. We believe they're inseparable, and every program, every classroom, and every teacher reflects that conviction.
Academically Prepared
Our curriculum is comprehensive and rigorous, covering phonics-based reading, Bible, mathematics, science, history, grammar, and writing. Alongside enrichment courses in music, art, STEM, and physical education. Students consistently enter high school on the Honors and AP track at schools of their choice, public or private.
Spiritually Grounded
Christian faith isn't a subject at HCS, it's the lens through which everything is taught. From weekly chapel and Bible classes to the daily example of credentialed, faith-active teachers, students grow in knowledge and in faith.
Emotionally Supported
Children learn best when they feel safe and seen. With small class sizes and teachers who genuinely know their students, HCS creates classrooms where no child is just a number, and where asking for help is always the right thing to do.
Socially Flourishing
From the Maker Studio to the playing field, from the middle school retreat to the chapel stage, HCS is a place where friendships form, personalities develop, and students learn to care for people different from themselves.
The HCS Difference, In Plain Numbers
12:1
Student-to-teacher ratio
45+
Years serving Orange County families
K-8
One school, one community, one philosophy
80%
Of graduates placed in honours or AP track in high school
Why Families Choose HCS
Choosing a private school is a significant decision. Families want to know their investment will matter, not just academically, but in every part of who their child becomes.
Here's what HCS families point to:
A 12:1 student-to-teacher ratio that means your child is never anonymous.
A curriculum that runs three to six months ahead of grade level.
A faculty that is credentialed, experienced, and genuinely invested in the children they teach.
A Christian worldview woven into every subject, every interaction, and every year from Kindergarten through Grade 8.
The community, the friendships, the belonging, the sense that your whole family found its people, that part tends to catch families off guard. But that's not why they came. It's why they stay.
Academics That Prepare Students for Whatever Comes Next
From the phonics-based reading program that has most Kindergarteners reading independently by December, to the middle school program that sends graduates confidently into Honors and AP tracks, every year at HCS builds on the last.
Our campus in Huntington Beach includes 28 classrooms, an Art Studio, a Maker's Studio, a Computer Lab, a Library, a Music Room, a Daycare room, a dedicated Chapel, and enrichment facilities for STEM, and physical education.
Common Questions from Families Considering HCS
What grades does Huntington Christian School serve?
HCS serves students from Kindergarten through Grade 8. Our campus is located at 9700 Levee Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92646.
How much does Huntington Christian School cost?
HCS offers one of the most affordable private Christian educations in Orange County. We offer discounts for multiple children and auto-withdrawal payment. There are no additional fees for books, activities, or field trips.
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What is the student-to-teacher ratio at HCS?
Our student-to-teacher ratio is 12:1, which means your child receives the individual attention they need to grow, academically, spiritually, and socially.
Is Huntington Christian School accredited?
Yes. HCS is accredited by ACSI & WASC
How do I apply to Huntington Christian School?
Applications are available online beginning in October, 11 months before you would like your child to be enrolled. The process involves submitting an application, a recent report card, and completing an academic assessment. We recommend applying early, as some grade levels have waitlists.
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A Private Education That's Built to Be Within Reach
We know the honest question on every parent's mind: Can we afford this?
HCS offers one of the most affordable private Christian educations in all of Orange County. Through careful stewardship and community generosity, we've kept tuition as accessible as possible, without compromising the quality of what your child receives.
The Best Way to Know If HCS Is Right for Your Family Is to Come See It
Most families tell us they knew HCS was the right fit the moment they walked in. Schedule a personal tour, meet the teachers, walk the campus, and see the community in action for yourself.