For over 35 years Faith Baptist Christian School has partnered with parents in the Pekin and surrounding areas to lay the foundation for a God-centered life.
We believethat education should go beyond books and classrooms.
A well-rounded education will meet the needs of students in all four life areas; spiritual, social, academic, and physical.
FBCS offers half and whole day programs for three...
and four year olds.
A phonics-based reading program helps pre-schoolers begin to read.A full-day, five-day-a-week K5 program enables students to read before leaving kindergarten.Small class size encourages personal teacher attention and maximum learning at all grade levels.Junior/Senior High electives include fine arts, drama, and interscholastic sports.FBCS is a member of the American Association of Christian Schools and the Illinois Association of Christian Schools.
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) Other religious school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 12 |
| Year Founded | 1976 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 111 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 11 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 11:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 12 students |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 4 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Golf, Soccer, VolleyballBasketball, Golf, Soccer, Volleyball, |
School Notes:
Faith Baptist Christian School's mission is to partner with
families in educating students through a Bible-centered curriculum
to foster academic excellence and spiritual growth in preparation
for ongoing ministry and education.
Our vision is to produce graduates who are:
*academically prepared to be successful in college or a career.
*dedicated to daily living based on the priniciples of God's Word.
*active and serving in their local churches.
*committed to strong Christian families and Christian education.
*leaders in their communities, churches, and places of employment.
Our vision is to produce graduates who are:
*academically prepared to be successful in college or a career.
*dedicated to daily living based on the priniciples of God's Word.
*active and serving in their local churches.
*committed to strong Christian families and Christian education.
*leaders in their communities, churches, and places of employment.
Profile last updated: 08/05/2013
Nearby Schools:
The nearest high school is Christian Fellowship School (19.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St Marks Lutheran School (4.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St Marks Lutheran School (4.5 miles away)
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SteelevilleSt Marks Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church -- Missouri Synod)504 N James St
Steeleville, IL 62288
(618)965-3838(Lutheran Church -- Missouri Synod)4.5 mi | 146 students | Gr. PK-8 -
PinckneyvilleSt Bruno Catholic School
(Roman Catholic)210 N Gordon St
Pinckneyville, IL 62274
(618)357-8276(Roman Catholic)12.9 mi | 166 students | Gr. PK-8 -
ChesterSt John Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church -- Missouri Synod)302 W Holmes St
Chester, IL 62233
(618)826-4345(Lutheran Church -- Missouri Synod)13.9 mi | 178 students | Gr. PK-8 -
ChesterSt Marys School
(Roman Catholic)835 Swanwick St
Chester, IL 62233
(618)826-3120(Roman Catholic)14.1 mi | 106 students | Gr. PK-8 -
JacobChrist Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church -- Missouri Synod)146 W Jacob Rd
Jacob, IL 62950
(618)763-4664(Lutheran Church -- Missouri Synod)18.3 mi | 45 students | Gr. PK-8
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