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 (2018-19)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 350 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,820
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Ankeny Christian Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
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- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) |
| Religious Affiliation | Christian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-12 |
| Year Founded | 1992 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 350 students |
| Student Body Type | n/a |
| % Students of Color | 7% State avg.: 13% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 45 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 17 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 4 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | Advanced English, Advanced Math, |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Clean, neat, and modest) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $5,820 |
| Tuition Notes | Price represents K-6 tuition costs for first child enrolled |
| Admissions Director | Lydia Quick |
| Admissions Associate | Melanie Frericks |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 7 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Track and Field, VolleyballBaseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Track and Field, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 4 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Drama Club, Math Club, National Honor Society, Student Council |
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.
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