Our purpose is to offer a Christian atmosphere in which students are challenged to excellence in academics and practical Christian living.
We use the A Beka curriculum in all grades K3-K5.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
First Assembly Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
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Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1984
Student Body
Total Students
86 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does First Assembly Christian Academy cost?
First Assembly Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $3,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for First Assembly Christian Academy?
The application deadline for First Assembly Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(704) 864-7744
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(704) 865-7132
Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 865-7132
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