Calvary Christian Academy
School Notes Overview:
Calvary Christian Academy (CCA) is a college preparatory school that offers instruction for students in kindergarten through twelfth grade. Classroom teaching at Calvary integrates California State Content Standards in accelerated units of cross-curricular, project-based study which encourage depth and complexity of thought. Mathematics, writers workshops, literature, social studies and science are all integral to the students academic experience. The school also offers art, theatre, music and Spanish to its students. ...
School Overview:
Calvary Christian Academy |
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| School Type | Elem. Or Sec. with a Special Program Emphasis | |
| School Membership(s) |
Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) |
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| Religious Affiliation | Christian (no specific denomination) | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 12 | |
| Year Founded | 1972 | |
| County | Contra Costa County, CA | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 133 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(CA) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 51% | 37% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Pre-K - 4 students | ||
| Kind - 5 students | ||
| Grade 1 - 8 students | ||
| Grade 2 - 8 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 9 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 8 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 7 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 10 students | ||
| Grade 7 - 10 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 9 students | ||
| Grade 9 - 14 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 15 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 14 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 12 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 12 teachers | |
| Average Class Size | 11 | |
| Number of AP Courses | 2 | |
This School |
(CA) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:11 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 181 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 7 hours | 6 hours |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
| Tuition Notes | Contact school | |
| Head of School | Courtney Torres | |
School Notes:
- Calvary Christian Academy seeks to develop students who possess qualities that will enable them to live as productive members of society. Committed Christians Who: Understand the meaning of Salvation and have been given the opportunity to follow Jesus Christ as their Savior. Employ the Bible as the life guidebook Make strong ethical choices based upon the Bible. Genuinely love humankind, with an appreciation for the diversity of cultures and a tolerance of individual differences Demonstrate skills in resolving conflict through positive, biblical methods. Effective Communicators Who: Convey significant messages Receive, interpret and use the messages of others Listen objectively to other points of view and seek conflict resolution. Critical Thinkers Who: Identify, locate and organize information or data Analyze, evaluate, and synthesize information through independent and/or cooperative efforts in order to reach resolution. Apply problem-solving strategies to real-life scenarios. Quality Producers Who: Complete tasks in a responsible, timely fashion Display growing knowledge of curriculum. Develop God-given talents and abilities Set, pursue, and accomplish realistic, challenging goals, and demonstrate standards of excellence. Community Participants Who: Have a heart of service towards the people of this nation and the world, contributing of their time and talents. Act in an ethical and responsible manner. Display a greater appreciation for the historical background and diverse origins of people and events.
- Profile last updated: 09/19/2007
In the News:
- Economy is double-edged sword for private schools (The Daily Review)
posted on March 30, 2009 at 12:50:09 pm
Less crowded classrooms, a greater variety of enrichment courses and, in the case of faith-based schools, an emphasis on spiritual values help explain why enrollments haven't taken a nose-dive. - Economy is double-edged sword for private schools (The Fremont Argus)
posted on March 30, 2009 at 12:38:45 pm
Less crowded classrooms, a greater variety of enrichment courses and, in the case of faith-based schools, an emphasis on spiritual values help explain why enrollments haven't taken a nose-dive. - Economy is double-edged sword for private schools (Oakland Tribune)
posted on March 30, 2009 at 12:31:55 pm
Less crowded classrooms, a greater variety of enrichment courses and, in the case of faith-based schools, an emphasis on spiritual values help explain why enrollments haven't taken a nose-dive. - Economy is double-edged sword for private schools (Contra Costa Times)
posted on March 29, 2009 at 09:13:52 pm
As public schools founder amid massive state budget cuts, many of their private counterparts seem to be weathering the storm surprisingly well.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (94803) | School Zip (94803) |
(CA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 25,392 people | 33,864,644 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 38% | 32% |
| Population Average Age | 39 years old | 33 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.7 persons | 2.8 persons |
| Median Household Income | $61,494 | $51,306 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.6 rooms | 4.8 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 39 years old | 41 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (94803) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 72% / 28% | 55% / 45% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Bethel Christian Academy - 115 students - 1.0 mi. away - view location
- West County Christian Academy - 12 students - 1.1 mi. away - view location
- El Sobrante Christian School - - 472 students - 1.2 mi. away - view location
- La Cheim School-richmond - 33 students - 2.4 mi. away - view location
- Tara Hills Christian Academy - 172 students - 2.7 mi. away - view location
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