Barry County Christian School is a K12 Classical Christian school serving families in Hastings and Middleville/Caledonia, Michigan. We partner with parents to provide an education that develops wisdom, virtue, and strong reasoning through the time-tested Trivium-Grammar, Logic, and Rhetoric-while emphasizing meaningful discussion and real relationships over screen-based learning.
Along with a rich academic experience rooted in Christian truth, students enjoy opportunities to grow through athletics, fine arts, and a variety of extracurricular activities.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,362
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1988
Student Body
Total Students
121 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
We offer income-based tuition or a financial aid process.
% on Financial Aid
25%
Admissions Director
Kim Bumgardaner
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
National Honor SocietyRobotics
Spelling BeeStudent Council
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
Drama
School Notes
- School Motto: Inspiring and Equipping Students to Reach their God-given potential
- School Mascot: Hastings Eagles / Middleville Lions
- Barry County Christian School is a K12 Classical Christian school serving families in Hastings and Middleville/Caledonia, Michigan. Our approach to education follows the natural stages of student development, cultivates the seven Christian virtues, and develops strong reasoning skills through the Trivium: Grammar (K5), Logic (68), and Rhetoric (912).
- While we recognize the importance of preparing students to navigate today's technological world, we believe education is best accomplished through meaningful human interaction and Socratic discussion rather than screen-based learning.
- In addition to a rich academic program, BCCS offers a variety of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, band, choir, drama, and more.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Barry County Christian School cost?
Barry County Christian School's tuition is approximately $5,362 for private students.
What schools are Barry County Christian School often compared to?
Barry County Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Creek Christian School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Barry County Christian School offer?
Barry County Christian School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Volleyball and Wrestling.
When is the application deadline for Barry County Christian School?
The application deadline for Barry County Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the Barry County Christian School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day Of School
September 08, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break No School
October 16, 2026 (Friday)
Last Day 1/2 Day Christmas Break Begins
December 18, 2026 (Friday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Seniors Last Day
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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The nearest high school to Barry County Christian School is Cedar Creek Christian School (7.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Hastings 7 Day Adventist Elementary School (2.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Rose Of Lima School (3.4 miles away)
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707 S Jefferson St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-3164
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-3164
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Gr: PK-6 | 77 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cedar Creek Christian School
(Baptist)
9213 Cedar Creek Rd
Delton, MI 49046
(269) 623-5543
Delton, MI 49046
(269) 623-5543
7.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 66 students
Factoryville Christian School
(Christian)
33650 Factoryville Rd
Athens, MI 49011
(269) 729-4203
Athens, MI 49011
(269) 729-4203
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Gr: PK-12 | 84 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
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Cedar Creek Christian School
(Baptist)
9213 Cedar Creek Rd
Delton, MI 49046
(269) 623-5543
Delton, MI 49046
(269) 623-5543
7.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 66 students
Factoryville Christian School
(Christian)
33650 Factoryville Rd
Athens, MI 49011
(269) 729-4203
Athens, MI 49011
(269) 729-4203
38.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 84 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
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St. Rose Of Lima School ![St. Rose Of Lima School Photo - Eliot sang at the nursing home for Cinco de Mayo.]( "St. Rose Of Lima School Photo - Eliot sang at the nursing home for Cinco de Mayo.")
(Catholic)
707 S Jefferson St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-3164
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-3164
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 77 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cedar Creek Christian School
(Baptist)
9213 Cedar Creek Rd
Delton, MI 49046
(269) 623-5543
Delton, MI 49046
(269) 623-5543
7.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 66 students
Factoryville Christian School
(Christian)
33650 Factoryville Rd
Athens, MI 49011
(269) 729-4203
Athens, MI 49011
(269) 729-4203
38.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 84 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
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St. Rose Of Lima School ![St. Rose Of Lima School Photo - Eliot sang at the nursing home for Cinco de Mayo.]( "St. Rose Of Lima School Photo - Eliot sang at the nursing home for Cinco de Mayo.")
(Catholic)
707 S Jefferson St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-3164
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-3164
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 77 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cedar Creek Christian School
(Baptist)
9213 Cedar Creek Rd
Delton, MI 49046
(269) 623-5543
Delton, MI 49046
(269) 623-5543
7.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 66 students
Factoryville Christian School
(Christian)
33650 Factoryville Rd
Athens, MI 49011
(269) 729-4203
Athens, MI 49011
(269) 729-4203
38.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 84 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
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Hastings 7 Day Adventist Elementary School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
888 Terry Ln
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-3896
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-3896
2.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 13 students
St. Rose Of Lima School ![St. Rose Of Lima School Photo - Eliot sang at the nursing home for Cinco de Mayo.]( "St. Rose Of Lima School Photo - Eliot sang at the nursing home for Cinco de Mayo.")
(Catholic)
707 S Jefferson St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-3164
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-3164
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 77 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cedar Creek Christian School
(Baptist)
9213 Cedar Creek Rd
Delton, MI 49046
(269) 623-5543
Delton, MI 49046
(269) 623-5543
7.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 66 students
Mt. Olivet Christian School
(Christian)
Po Box 8
Bellevue, MI 49021
(699) 644-4722
Bellevue, MI 49021
(699) 644-4722
9.6 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 6 students
Faith Christian School
(Baptist)
7455 N Woodland Rd
Lake Odessa, MI 48849
(616) 537-4100
Lake Odessa, MI 48849
(616) 537-4100
11.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 82 students
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Miles
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Cedar Creek Christian School
(Baptist)
9213 Cedar Creek Rd
Delton, MI 49046
(269) 623-5543
Delton, MI 49046
(269) 623-5543
7.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 66 students
Mt. Olivet Christian School
(Christian)
Po Box 8
Bellevue, MI 49021
(699) 644-4722
Bellevue, MI 49021
(699) 644-4722
9.6 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 6 students
Faith Christian School
(Baptist)
7455 N Woodland Rd
Lake Odessa, MI 48849
(616) 537-4100
Lake Odessa, MI 48849
(616) 537-4100
11.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 82 students
21964 Bedford Rd N
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 964-3238
Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 964-3238
15.4 miles
Gr: K-11 | 20 students
Battle Creek Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
480 Parkway Drive
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-1278
Battle Creek, MI 49037
(269) 965-1278
19.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 95 students Avg. class size: 11 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
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Hastings 7 Day Adventist Elementary School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
888 Terry Ln
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-3896
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-3896
2.6 miles
Gr: K-6 | 13 students
St. Rose Of Lima School ![St. Rose Of Lima School Photo - Eliot sang at the nursing home for Cinco de Mayo.]( "St. Rose Of Lima School Photo - Eliot sang at the nursing home for Cinco de Mayo.")
(Catholic)
707 S Jefferson St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-3164
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-3164
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 77 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cedar Creek Christian School
(Baptist)
9213 Cedar Creek Rd
Delton, MI 49046
(269) 623-5543
Delton, MI 49046
(269) 623-5543
7.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 66 students
Mt. Olivet Christian School
(Christian)
Po Box 8
Bellevue, MI 49021
(699) 644-4722
Bellevue, MI 49021
(699) 644-4722
9.6 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 6 students
Faith Christian School
(Baptist)
7455 N Woodland Rd
Lake Odessa, MI 48849
(616) 537-4100
Lake Odessa, MI 48849
(616) 537-4100
11.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 82 students
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Miles
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St. Rose Of Lima School ![St. Rose Of Lima School Photo - Eliot sang at the nursing home for Cinco de Mayo.]( "St. Rose Of Lima School Photo - Eliot sang at the nursing home for Cinco de Mayo.")
(Catholic)
707 S Jefferson St
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-3164
Hastings, MI 49058
(269) 945-3164
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 77 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cedar Creek Christian School
(Baptist)
9213 Cedar Creek Rd
Delton, MI 49046
(269) 623-5543
Delton, MI 49046
(269) 623-5543
7.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 66 students
Faith Christian School
(Baptist)
7455 N Woodland Rd
Lake Odessa, MI 48849
(616) 537-4100
Lake Odessa, MI 48849
(616) 537-4100
11.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 82 students
12648 E D Ave
Augusta, MI 49012
(269) 203-6808
Augusta, MI 49012
(269) 203-6808
18.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 88 students
516 118th Avenue
Martin, MI 49070
(269) 672-5722
Martin, MI 49070
(269) 672-5722
18.6 miles
Gr: NS-8 Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 10
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Parchment Northwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 Edison St
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1300
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1300
9341 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 178 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Wayland High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
870 E Superior St
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 792-2254
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 792-2254
9341 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 800 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Wayland Union Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
701 Wildcat Dr
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 792-2306
Wayland, MI 49348
(269) 792-2306
9341 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 611 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Cross Creek Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7701 Kalamazoo Ave Se
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 656-4000
Byron Center, MI 49315
(616) 656-4000
9341.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 809 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Parchment Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
307 N Riverview Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1200
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 488-1200
9341.9 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 352 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
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