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Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MO School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,595
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School News
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Top Rankings
Christian Chapel Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
334 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Coordinated Dress Code
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Needs-based financial aid is available to those that qualify. Deadlines and availability do apply. Available for students in Kindergarten through Grade 8 only.
Admissions Director
Nicole Messimer
Admissions Associate
Brent Messimer
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
14 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Service Projects
Club or Organization:
Math Club, Robotics, STEM Classes, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir, Drama, Orchestra, Ukulele Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Baseball, Cross Fit, Running Club, Soccer
School Notes
- Visit experienceCCA.org/apply for information on how to submit an application! We would also love to invite you to setup a personal tour of CCA!
- In 1971, the Developmental Learning Center opened to offer outstanding, Christ-centered preschool education.
- In the fall of 1985, this mission was expanded to provide Elementary and Middle School education through Christian Chapel Academy.
- At Christian Chapel Academy we believe the Bible places responsibility upon the parents for the training of children in life and in faith.
- It is the desire of Christian Chapel Academy to develop a child's God-given mind, heart, and body in harmony with God's Word.
- We believe that the process of training and educating children is a unique ministry, special to God.
- Any educational process that is not based on God'sWord is incomplete.
- It is our desire that children spend their developmental years in an atmosphere of Christian love, Christian learning, and Christian values.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Christian Chapel Academy cost?
Christian Chapel Academy's tuition is approximately $7,595 for private students.
What schools are Christian Chapel Academy often compared to?
Christian Chapel Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Christian Fellowship School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Christian Chapel Academy offer?
Christian Chapel Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Fit, Football and Volleyball.
What is Christian Chapel Academy's ranking?
Christian Chapel Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Christian Chapel Academy?
The application deadline for Christian Chapel Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 445-8565
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 445-8565
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PK-12
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Our Lady Of Lourdes Interparish School
(Catholic)
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Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 445-6516
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 445-6516
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K-8
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Grades: PK-5 | 102 students 2.6 miles 1200 E Broadway
Columbia, MO 65215
(573) 876-7260
Columbia, MO 65215
(573) 876-7260
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PK-5
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Windsor Street Montessori School
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Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 441-9767
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 441-9767
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(573) 777-9250
Columbia, MO 65202
(573) 777-9250
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PK-12
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School Reviews
5 10/8/2015
We came to Christian Chapel looking for a safe environment for our children to be known as they get their education. Our experience is beyond what we wanted. We are in a partnership with our children's teachers and under God's guidance we believe they are in the best place possible during this time of their lives.
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