The mission of Cornerstone Christian School is to educate our students for life through the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ and to help them develop enduring Christian values in a loving, child-centered environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
149 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Excellence in Education
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Cornerstone Christian School?
The application deadline for Cornerstone Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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