Christian Chapel Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

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

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School Rankings

Christian Chapel Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Disciples of Christ

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Christian Chapel Academy
Nursery	120
Pre-K	34
Kind	30
1	30
2	30
3	15
4	15
5	17
6	18
7	10
8	15

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Year Founded

1971

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Student Body

Total Students

334 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 21%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

22 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

25%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Coordinated Dress Code

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Teachers and Schools (ACTS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,595

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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

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Fit

FootballVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

14 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Service Projects

Club or Organization:

Math ClubRobotics

STEM ClassesStudent Council

Arts and Music Programs:

BandChoir

DramaOrchestra

Ukulele Club

Recreational Athletic Programs:

BaseballCross Fit

Running ClubSoccer

School Notes

Spiritual Growth
Academic Excellence
Personal Responsibility
Service to Others

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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.

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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).

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.

- Posted by Parent - emily

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The average private school tuition in Columbia, MO is $7,854 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).