Our mission is to partner with parents to train and educate our students to be useful for Christ in this life and to live and reign with Him in Eternity.
The purpose of Elmira Christian Academy is to provide each student with the opportunity to know Jesus Christ as Lord and to develop spiritual maturity in the Holy Spirit while learning Christian approaches to life.
Our school presents a Bible-centered program. We recognize that God is the source of all truth.
With God's help, we train our students to produce actions commensurate with their faith. Christian service is a pervasive focus of our school.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Application Deadline: Aug. 15 / rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1969
Student Body
Total Students
78 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
36%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Aug. 15 / rolling
Tuition Notes
On a sliding scale for siblings -- see website.
Admissions Associate
Cindy Morse
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Mild Learning Differences; several students with 504s/IEPs, somewith mild autism/asperger's.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Elmira Christian Academy offer?
Elmira Christian Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Elmira Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Elmira Christian Academy is Aug. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Aug. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Reviews
5 10/26/2020
Graduated in 1976 in the first graduating class.. My parents took me out of public school and placed me in the eighth grade. I serve my church in Binghamton NY where I work with the graphics and media team. I am grateful to have been challenged by ECA and glad for the training I received there!
5 7/24/2015
My girls have done so well at this school, I am so pleased that they can attend Elmira Christian Academy. They were at public school, and their learning skills have really advanced at this school and at home. Also, also great attitudes.
5 1/8/2013
i recommed this schools because these teacher are much better than other
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