First Baptist Christian Academy
Since 1984, First Baptist Christian Academy has been helping students achieve academic excellence, build social independence, and grow in spiritual maturity with strong Christian values.
We offer preschool(age 3) through 8th grade, special classes - art, music, Spanish, PE, computer lab, small class sizes, "A-Beka" Bible based curriculum, strong foundation in phonics, reading, and math, weekly chapel for all students, hot lunch program, on-campus nurse, full-time school librarian, active parent-teacher organization, summer programs and tuition assistance.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 182 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,160
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
First Baptist Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
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Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1984
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
182 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Uniform: khaki or navy pants and polo shirt with logo; chapel days are dressier)
(Uniform: khaki or navy pants and polo shirt with logo; chapel days are dressier)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Please inquire about tuition assistance, available through Arizona Tuition Tax Credits.
Admissions Director
Mr. Jim Carter, Principal
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Since 1984, First Baptist Christian Academy has been helping students achieve academic excellence, build social independence, and grow in spiritual maturity with strong Christian values. We offer preschool(age 3) through 8th grade, special classes - art, music, Spanish, PE, computer lab, small class sizes, "A-Beka" Bible based curriculum, strong foundation in phonics, reading, and math, weekly chapel for all students, hot lunch program, on-campus first aid specialist, full-time school librarian, active parent-teacher organization, summer programs and tuition assistance.
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