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Candlelight Christian Academy

209 E Sessoms Ave
Lake Wales, FL 33853

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At Candlelight, we believe that small class sizes, with extra attention to each individual student, is imperative in a learning environment.

Candlelight prides itself on its committed, professional and truly caring faculty.

Our staff are always accessible and willing to keep communications open between student, school and parent.

Candlelight is a project based learning center where students learn from their teachers, as well as from each other.

The multi-age classroom approach provides the climate for each child to grow at their own individual pace.

This will allow your son or daughter the opportunity to help design his or her education, while meeting the required grade level expectations as outlined in the Sunshine State standards.

Candlelight Christian Academy, Inc. admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 169 students
Yearly Tuition: $3,900
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Year Founded

2003

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Student Body

Total Students

169 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

55%

State avg.: 47%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$3,900

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Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: Instilling Faith and A Love of Learning Honing Young Minds Through Christian Education

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How much does Candlelight Christian Academy cost?

Candlelight Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $3,900 for private students.

When is the application deadline for Candlelight Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Candlelight Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 169 students
Yearly Tuition: $3,900
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Polk County, FL is $12,132 for elementary schools and $12,054 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Polk County, FL is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).