Bethany Christian School
This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students. Bethany Christian School strives to produce good citizens by focusing on two main objectives: Christian discipleship and high academic achievement. Students in each grade receive daily classes in Bible instruction as part of their regular schedule of classes.
We provide evangelical Christian instruction based upon the basic belief of salvation through "faith alone in Christ alone." We use the superior Bob Jones University curriculum for all grades.
Our textbooks encourage the development of Christian critical thinking. Our teachers develop the students' academic skills within a framework of Bible exposition and Christian history.
Our school is fully accredited by the Association of Christian Teachers and Schools; we also have other regional and national accreditations.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 88 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,700
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
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Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1979
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
88 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
85%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
student
student
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
average total costs 2016-2017
Admissions Director
Dr. Marvin J. Effa
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
School Notes
- This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students. Bethany Christian School strives to produce good citizens by focusing on two main objectives: Christian discipleship and high academic achievement. Students in each grade receive daily classes in Bible instruction as part of their regular schedule of classes. We provide evangelical Christian instruction based upon the basic belief of salvation through "faith alone in Christ alone." Our textbooks encourage the development of Christian critical thinking. Our teachers develop the students' academic skills within a framework of Bible exposition and Christian history.Our school is fully accredited by the Association of Christian Teachers and Schools; we also have other regional and national accreditations.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bethany Christian School cost?
Bethany Christian School's tuition is approximately $4,700 for private students.
What sports does Bethany Christian School offer?
Bethany Christian School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball, Intramural Sports Only, Soccer and Tennis.
When is the application deadline for Bethany Christian School?
The application deadline for Bethany Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 1/31/2013
I went BCS as a child and loved it. They treated everyone like family. I will be sending my children there.
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