First Baptist Christian Academy
Tel:
(520) 458-2983
- 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 (2020-21)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 182 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,160
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
First Baptist Christian Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Year Founded | 1984 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 182 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 35% State avg.: 41% |
| Students by Grade |
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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) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $4,160 |
| 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 | Basketball, VolleyballBasketball, Volleyball, |
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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