School Overview: |
Castle Hills First Baptist School
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| School Membership(s) | Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) | |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool - 12 | |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes | |
| Learning Programs Supported | Slight learning differences | |
| Year Founded | 1981 | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 365 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
| % Students of Color | 10% (TX School Avg.: 30%) | |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 37 teachers | |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 10:1 (National school avg.: 13:1) | |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 10% | |
| Average Class Size | 20 students | |
| Number of AP Courses | 1 courses | |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
Advanced Courses
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| English | ||
| Average SAT score | 1592 | |
| Average ACT score | 21 | |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
| Tuition Notes | Varies depending on grade | |
| Admissions Director | Susan Covarrubia | |
| Sports | ||
| Total Sports Offered | 10 sports | |
Sports
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| Baseball | Basketball | |
| Cheering | Cross Country | |
| Football | Golf | |
| Swimming | Tennis | |
| Track and Field | Volleyball | |
| Extracurriculars | ||
| Total Extracurriculars | 10 extracurriculars | |
Extracurriculars
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| Art | Band | |
| Choir | First Lego League Robotics | |
| Key Club | National Honor Society | |
| National Honor Society | Photography | |
| Theatre | Yearbook | |
Profile last updated: 12/20/2012
View all schools in: San Antonio, Bexar County, Zip 78213
January 31,2013 - Excellent academic program, teachers and state of the art facilities. Award winning fine arts programs and great athletics. An absolutely amazing school with great families.*-Posted by Parent * January 31,2013 - Great school. This is our third year at CHFBS with kids in 8th and 10th grade. The superintendant is an inspiring, energetic, godly man who loves the kids and has high expectations for the teachers. The teachers are high quality, christian men and women who desire success for the students. Lots of extracurricular acitivities available too. Sports, drama, robotics, choir, band, and many more!*-Posted by Parent * January 31,2013 - Castle Hills First Baptist School is a great place to go to school for Christian Education. As an Alumni, and now current employee growing up here for 18 years of my life was such a blessing. The teachers, curriculum, and the amazing facilities are just some of the great things about this school. I am blessed to be back where I went to school!*-Posted by Student/Alumni * January 31,2013 - Excellent teachers & staff who are very encouraging and want your child to succeed! I can''t say enough good things about them in this little space! Leadership academy is an awesome bonus!!! Choir has been #'' 1 in state multiple years---sports are fantastic--fine arts fabulous--mission trips are beyond awesome, lots of sports & activities to choose from! Superintendant is very involved and loved by all! Highly recommend if you want your child in a nurturing, Christian school that teaches leadership and Christian values!*-Posted by Parent * January 31,2013 - We have been at CHFBS for over four years, being first-hand recipients of their incredible focus on building firm, personal relationships with Christ and above-average academic foundations. The teachers are experts in their fields and impart a love of learning and exploring, even in courses my child doesn''t think she should like! We love CHFBS and are so excited about our partnership with them in the education and development of our child.*-Posted by Parent *
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![](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/pnRIqlU7ceM/default.jpg "Castle Hills First Baptist School 7th and 8th grade Choir singing at the end of the year concert and awards ceremony. Singing "Praise You" by Elizabeth Goodine.")
![](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/QzecEP1K8Ck/default.jpg "Castle Hills First Baptist School 7th and 8th grade Choir singing at the end of the year concert and awards ceremony. Singing "In Christ Alone" by Keith Gett...")
