Arnold Christian Academy

365 Jones Station Road Arnold, MD 21012
www.arnoldchristianacademy.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 73 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,000
  • Average class size: 11 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
Arnold Christian Academy Photo #1 - Mrs. Colebrook's science class dissected frogs
Arnold Christian Academy Photo #2 - The world history students created cuneiform tablets while learning about the ancient Sumerians of Mesopotamia.
Arnold Christian Academy Photo #3 - Students use a hands-on method to learn about metacognition.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 73 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,000
  • Average class size: 11 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1977
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
73 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
11 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$8,000 per student, per year
Admissions Director
Kelly Hurd
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Dance Club


Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program

School Notes

  • Arnold Christian Academy is a non-denominational Christian school with a gifted teaching staff committed to creating a loving, encouraging, Christ-centered learning environment for those students the Lord graciously places in their care.
  • School Motto: Growing in Wisdom. Grounded in Faith.
  • Arnold Christian Academy is a non-denominational Christian school with a gifted teaching staff committed to creating a loving, encouraging, Christ-centered learning environment for those students the Lord graciously places in their care. Arnold Christian Academy offers small class sizes allowing students to receive individualized instruction in conjunction with group lessons. Creative and fun teaching tools are incorporated into the curriculum to ensure all learning styles are targeted to maximize student competencies. Students receive a daily break and recess time to help energize their brains while giving them time to just be kids. We strive to advance each child's understanding of God's word to help them appreciate the blessing of their salvation, the value of walking in faith and the transforming power that leads them to Christ-likeness. This while using a variety of teaching methods to elevate educational proficiencies so every child remains challenged at their level of intellectual giftedness.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Arnold Christian Academy cost?
Arnold Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $8,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Arnold Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Arnold Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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I have had my children enrolled at ACA since 2003. My kids have loved the close connection they have with both the teachers and the other students. I am highly satisfied with the educaton they have received! I could go on about how great this school is but it would be better if you just visited the school to see for yourself. Their educational standards are high and they do so very much with the low tuition that they charge!
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The average private school tuition in Anne Arundel County, MD is $13,830 for elementary schools and $17,259 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Anne Arundel County, MD is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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