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Berkshire Christian Schools

Po Box 1980, Lenox, MA, 01240-0124 -

School Notes Overview:

Berkshire Christian School is committed to the mission of classical Christian education. Berkshire Christian School aspires to do just three things—our goal is to teach students to read, write, and reason, and to do that within the classical tradition, guided by the light of Scripture, the greatest books ever written, an exemplary math curriculum, and an effective phonics-based reading approach. The mission of Berkshire Christian School is to offer an excellent academic education informed by the truth of Christ. The staff of BCS endeavors to help students achieve academic proficiency and a thorough understanding of the Christian worldview; cultivate personal Christian faith within each student; challenge students to develop moral integrity by adopting scriptural standards of achievement and behavior; affirm the God-given dignity and potential of each student; and integrate parental involvement in the mission of the school. At Berkshire Christian School, students have the opportunity to receive a complete K-8 education, as they study a curriculum established on the truth of Christ. They are encouraged to participate and grow in their local churches. And each student's family is encouraged to be active in the life of the school. ...

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School Overview:

	Berkshire Christian Schools
School Type	Elem. Or Sec. with a Special Program Emphasis
School Membership(s)	Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Religious Affiliation	Christian (no specific denomination)
Grades Offered	Grades Prekindergarten - 10
County	Berkshire County, MA
Student Body
Total Students	80 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(MA) School Avg.
% Students of Color	11%	23%
Students by Grade
	Pre-K - 17 students
	Kind - 6 students
	Grade 1 - 11 students
	Grade 2 - 4 students
	Grade 3 - 7 students
	Grade 4 - 9 students
	Grade 5 - 5 students
	Grade 6 - 9 students
	Grade 7 - 6 students
	Grade 8 - 2 students
	Grade 9 - 2 students
	Grade 10 - 2 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	6 teachers
	This School	(MA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:11	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	162 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	6 hours	6 hours

School Notes:

Berkshire Christian School is committed to the mission of classical Christian education. Berkshire Christian School aspires to do just three things—our goal is to teach students to read, write, and reason, and to do that within the classical tradition, guided by the light of Scripture, the greatest books ever written, an exemplary math curriculum, and an effective phonics-based reading approach. The mission of Berkshire Christian School is to offer an excellent academic education informed by the truth of Christ. The staff of BCS endeavors to help students achieve academic proficiency and a thorough understanding of the Christian worldview; cultivate personal Christian faith within each student; challenge students to develop moral integrity by adopting scriptural standards of achievement and behavior; affirm the God-given dignity and potential of each student; and integrate parental involvement in the mission of the school. At Berkshire Christian School, students have the opportunity to receive a complete K-8 education, as they study a curriculum established on the truth of Christ. They are encouraged to participate and grow in their local churches. And each student's family is encouraged to be active in the life of the school.
Profile last updated: 02/13/2007

School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (01240)	School Zip (01240)	(MA) State Average
Population (Approximate)	5,170 people	6,349,048 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	55%	43%
Population Average Age	46 years old	36 years old
Average Household size	2.2 persons	2.5 persons
Median Household Income	$43,700	$52,143
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	5.6 rooms	5.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	43 years old	56 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	67% / 33%	58% / 42%