Great Commission Schools

1100 6th Avenue, Altoona, PA, 16602-0166
An independent, Bible believing Christian school covering grades K through 12. The educational process in a Christian school is dependent on a Biblical philosophy which provides the right world view and essential truths for life so that children may be prepared to assume their proper place in the home, the church, and the state. The mission of Great Commission Schools is to provide a Christian environment in which qualified, skilled, and committed Christian teachers, using a curriculum consistent with a Christian world view, deliver to students a Christian education of the highest quality. Great Commission Schools are committed to providing Christian education to the largest possible segment of the community. We believe that no child should be denied a Christian education because of a lack of financial resources. Thus, Great Commission Schools are organized as a true mission to the community founded on the principle of Mark. We are able to serve the greater Altoona area and provide quality, safe, Bible oriented Christian education to children from a broader spectrum of backgrounds while maintaining adequate discipline and a comfortable learning environment.

School Overview:

Great Commission Schools
School Membership(s) Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Mid-Atlantic Christian Schools Association (MACSA)
Religious Affiliation Christian (no specific denomination)
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 12
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Student Body
Total Students 149 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 5% (PA School Avg.: 19%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 8:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Average Class Size 15 students
Number of AP Courses 1 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Language Honors Chemistry
Classroom dress code Casual
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Tuition Notes Scholarships available.
Sports
Total Sports Offered 3 sports
Sports
Basketball Soccer
Track and Field
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 5 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Drama Fine Arts
Instrument Lessons/Band Yearbook
Quiz Bowl

Nearby Schools:

Great Commission Schools
Gr. PK-12 | 0 mi. away
Altoona Central Catholic School
Gr. K-9 | 0.3 mi. away
Tender Love For Children Child Care
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-PK | 0.4 mi. away
Faith Tabernacle School
Gr. 1-12 | 0.5 mi. away
Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School
Gr. 9-12 | 1.2 mi. away

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