Gahanna Christian Academy

817 N Hamilton Rd, Gahanna, OH, 43230-0432
Tel: (614)471-9270
Grades: PK - 12 | 476 students
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Gahanna Christian Academy is a Christian Preschool, Elementary, Middle and High School. The school offers a quality well-balanced spiritual and educational atmosphere in which children can develop spiritually, academically , socially and physically to their fullest potential.

School Overview:
Gahanna Christian Academy
School Membership(s) Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Religious Affiliation Assembly of God
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 12
Offers Post-Graduate Year Yes
Year Founded 1980
Student Body
Total Students 476 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 51% (OH School Avg.: 15%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 42 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 12:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 19%
Average Class Size 15 students
Number of AP Courses 4 courses
Advanced Courses
Government US History
Calculus English
Classroom dress code Formal
(uniforms)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Tuition Notes Tuition varies by grade level:Preschool, K-5, 6-8, 9-12 View website: www.ourgca.com for current rates
% on Financial Aid 5%
Average Financial Aid Grant $1,000
Acceptance Rate 85%
Admissions Director Mrs. Cheryl Haugen
Admissions Associate Mrs. Joycestorts
Sports
Total Sports Offered 8 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Cheering Golf
Soccer Softball
Track and Field Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 2 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Student Council National Honor Society

School Notes:

    • Statement of Purpose: Gahanna Christian Academy (GCA) is a vital part of Pathway Church and is open to families who desire their children to learn and grow in harmony with the Word of God. GCA presents, without apology, the truth about Jesus Christ as it is revealed in His Word. Students attending GCA are encouraged and inspired to make lifetime commitments to Christ and to Christian principles under the leadership of the Holy Spirit. Our school clearly emphasizes love for country, church, a Christian fellowship, and friends. GCA students attend over 100 churches of many different denominations.
    • Mission: Inspiring students to soar by developing  W.I.N.G.S. -  Wisdom, Integrity, kNowledge, Godly character, Servanthood
    • Vision Statement: Our goal is to equip our students to follow God’s will in their lives and become productive Christians in our society. We do this through a program of sound academic, social, physical and spiritual experiences.

    Profile last updated: 09/05/2012

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Nearby Schools:

Gahanna Christian Academy
Gr. PK-12 | 0 mi. away
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Gr. Nursery School-PK | 0.8 mi. away
Shepherd Christian School
Gr. K-6 | 0.9 mi. away
Columbus Torah Academy
Gr. K-12 | 1.5 mi. away
Creative Academy I
Gr. K-Nursery/Preschool | 1.5 mi. away
Havens Corners KinderCare
Gr. Nursery School-PK | 1.6 mi. away

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