Ankeny Christian Academy
Ankeny Christian Academy is a Preschool through 12th grade college-preparatory Christian school. The vision of Ankeny Christian Academy is that our students will attain an excellent Christ centered education that will lead them to live both morally and ethically and will successfully prepare their families according to the standards of Christ as they assume their adult roles in society and carry out the principles of the Great Commission.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Top Ranked IA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 501 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,000
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Aug. 1 / rolling
Top Rankings
Ankeny Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
501 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average Class Size
20 students
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Advanced English, Advanced Math
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Clean, neat, and modest)
(Clean, neat, and modest)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Aug. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Price represents K-6 tuition costs for first child enrolled
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Steven Robinson
Admissions Associate
Melanie Frericks
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Drama Club, National Honor Society, Student Council, Technology Club
Drama Club, National Honor Society, Student Council, Technology Club
School Notes
- Ankeny Christian Academy is an independent non-denominational Christian school. We partner with families to provide excellence in Christian education and training to children preschool through 12th grade. ACA provides exceptional academics infused with a Christian worldview that encourages students to impact the world for Jesus Christ. We are a College-Preparatory school accredited by the State of Iowa. We are a discipleship school that values a cohesive partnership between parents/guardians, church, and school. We would love to schedule a time to meet with you, provide a tour, and answer any additional questions.
Profile last updated: 09/21/2021
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