Pine Drive students come from 22 different zip codes in the north Galveston county area. We serve Christian families from various denominational backgrounds.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked TX School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,900
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Aspire Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-10
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1982
Student Body
Total Students
37 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Chapel Shirt required on Wednesdays
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
K-6 $3800./yr
7-8 $4600./yr
9-12 $4900./yr
% on Financial Aid
3%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,200
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Barbara Lesher
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Beta ClubElementary Choir
Leadership Development CorpsStudent Council
Varsity BasketballVarsity Football (6-man)
Varsity GolfVarsity Softball
Varsity Volleyball
School Notes
- Pine Drive students come from 22 different zip codes in the north Galveston county area. We serve Christian families from various denominational backgrounds.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Aspire Christian Academy cost?
Aspire Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $4,900 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Aspire Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Aspire Christian Academy is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 83%. Aspire Christian Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Texas with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Aspire Christian Academy offer?
Aspire Christian Academy offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Football, Golf, Indoor Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Aspire Christian Academy's ranking?
Aspire Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Least expensive tuition and Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Aspire Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Aspire Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 6/23/2017
Our family was more than pleased to have our child attend Pine Drive. The school gives a wholesome feel and the students are back to common sense learning methods led by an amazing staff. We felt our child was fulfilled spiritually as well as academically at Pine Drive.
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