Columbia Christian School in Magnolia, AR serves 202 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a rural community setting.
Founded in 1998, this Baptist–affiliated private school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with an average class size of 20.
The school's enrollment includes 159 White, 7 Asian/Pacific Islander, and 4 Black students, representing about 6.5% student diversity.
Annual tuition is $2,600, ranking Columbia Christian School among the more affordable private K–12 options in Arkansas.
Columbia Christian School is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and offers a co–ed program combining elementary and secondary education.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,600
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Columbia Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
202 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Enrollment fee and book fee not included in Tuition cost
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
John Steelman
Admissions Associate
Jimmy Walker
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
GAP
School Notes
- School Motto: Balancing academic excellence with biblical principles
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Columbia Christian School cost?
Columbia Christian School's tuition is approximately $2,600 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Columbia Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Columbia Christian School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
What sports does Columbia Christian School offer?
Columbia Christian School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Columbia Christian School?
The application deadline for Columbia Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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