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Enrolling your student at Bethany Christian School is more than positioning him or her for academic success: It is establishing them in a community where the love and grace of Christ is taught and experienced. Our professional, certified teachers and caring staff partner with parents and guardians to work toward their children's spiritual, academic, emotional and social successes. BCS is an interdemoninational elementary and middle school, serving Christian families in the East Valley since 1995. Over 70 churches are repesented in our student body. We have received accreditation through the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) to ensure the finest quality in every aspect of its ministry. ...read more
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Bethany Christian School |
| School Level |
Elementary school
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| School
Membership(s) |
Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) |
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| Religious Affiliation |
Christian (no specific denomination) |
| Grades Offered |
Grades Kindergarten - 8 |
| Year
Founded |
1995 |
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County |
Maricopa County, AZ |
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| Total
Students |
286 students |
| Student
Body Type |
Co-ed |
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AZ )
Elementary School Avg. |
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| % Students of
Color |
23% |
28% |
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| Students by Grade |
| Kind - 39 students | | Grade 1 - 39 students | | Grade 2 - 27 students | | Grade 3 - 31 students | | Grade 4 - 34 students | | Grade 5 - 30 students | | Grade 6 - 34 students | | Grade 7 - 23 students | | Grade 8 - 28 students | |
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| Total Classroom Teachers |
15 teachers |
| %
Faculty with Advance Degree |
15% |
| Average Class Size |
24 |
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School |
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AZ )
Elementary School Avg. |
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| Teacher
: Student Ratio |
1:19 |
1:20 *Ntl.
Public School Avg. »
1:16
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| School
Days in Calendar Year |
181 days |
180 days |
| Hours
in School Day for Students |
7 hours |
6 hours |
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| Admission Deadline |
None / Rolling |
| Yearly
Tuition Cost |
$4,550 |
| %
on Financial Aid |
5% |
| Headmaster |
Jeanine Simpkins |
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- Christian Discipleship: Bethany Christian School believes God has a plan for every child and, therefore, strives to disciple children in the way of God's Word. At Bethany, Bible education, prayer, and living out Biblical teachings in all aspects of life are seen as paramount.
- Academic Excellence: Bethany Christian School believes that education opens the doors of opportunity. Accordingly, BCS offers a well-rounded, exceptional educational program with opportunities for students to explore the arts, sports, and technology.
- School Community: Bethany Christian School believes that grace is experienced through Christian community. BCS provides opportunities for staff, students, and parents to build relationships with one another and use their gifts as members of the body of Christ.
- Mission Statement: Bethany Christian School is committed to providing an excellent, Christ-centered, child-focused academic program and to discipling students to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ. More than an educational institution, BCS is a school community where students, parents, faculty, and staff enjoy the grace of Christian fellowship.
- Additional Programs: As a convenience to parents and students, Bethany offers the following services: extended Care (before & after school); hot lunch program; tuition reduction opportunities; extracurricular activities such as sports, chess club, karate, and more!
- Profile last updated: 06/08/2007
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| About This
Zip Code (
85283 ) |
| School
Zip (
85283 ) |
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AZ ) State Average |
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| Population
(Approximate) |
43,999 people |
5,130,874 people |
| %
(age 25+) w/College Degree |
45% |
25% |
| Population Average
Age |
31 years old |
34 years old |
| Average Household
Size |
2.6 persons |
2.4 persons |
| Median Household
Income |
$51,208 |
$44,677 |
| Avg. # of Rooms
in Household |
5.1 rooms |
5.0 rooms |
| Median Age of
Housing Structure |
27 years old |
29 years old |
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Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (85283)
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| %
Owning / % Renting |
59% / 41% |
62% / 38% |
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