Faith Baptist Christian School
Tel:
(309) 347-6178
For over 35 years Faith Baptist Christian School has partnered with parents in the Pekin and surrounding areas to lay the foundation for a God-centered life.
We believethat education should go beyond books and classrooms. A well-rounded education will meet the needs of students in all four life areas; spiritual, social, academic, and physical.
FBCS offers half and whole day programs for three... and four year olds.
A phonics-based reading program helps pre-schoolers begin to read.A full-day, five-day-a-week K5 program enables students to read before leaving kindergarten.Small class size encourages personal teacher attention and maximum learning at all grade levels.Junior/Senior High electives include fine arts, drama, and interscholastic sports.FBCS is a member of the American Association of Christian Schools and the Illinois Association of Christian Schools.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 85 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) Other religious school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-12 |
| Year Founded | 1976 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 85 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 1% State avg.: 31% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 7 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 12:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 12 students |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 4 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Golf, Soccer, VolleyballBasketball, Golf, Soccer, Volleyball, |
School Notes
- Faith Baptist Christian School's mission is to partner with families in educating students through a Bible-centered curriculum to foster academic excellence and spiritual growth in preparation for ongoing ministry and education.
- Our vision is to produce graduates who are:
- *academically prepared to be successful in college or a career.
- *dedicated to daily living based on the priniciples of God's Word.
- *active and serving in their local churches.
- *committed to strong Christian families and Christian education.
- *leaders in their communities, churches, and places of employment.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Faith Baptist Christian School is Tomorrows Hope Christian Academy (0.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Joseph Elementary School (1.0 miles away)
Show me:
- School Location Miles Grades Students
- PekinTomorrows Hope Christian Academy(Christian)Grades: 8-12 | 10 students
0.8 miles
246 Derby St
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 348-3813 0.8 8-12
10 - Pekin Grades: NS-8 | 181 students
1 miles
300 S 6th St
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-7194 1 NS-8
181 - PekinGood Shepherd Lutheran School(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)Grades: PK-8 | 173 students
1.5 miles
3201 Court St
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-2020 1.5 PK-8
173 - PekinNew Hope Christian Academy(Christian)Grades: 3-12 | 28 students
1.9 miles
1100 Hamilton Street
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 613-8345 1.9 3-12
28 - PeoriaChrist Lutheran School(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)Grades: PK-8 | 189 students
8.4 miles
1311 S Faraday Ave
Peoria, IL 61605
(309) 637-1512 8.4 PK-8
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