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First Christian Day School

5.00 (1 review)

1109 Brown St
Waxahachie, TX 75165

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Tel: (972) 937-1952

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We are a Private Christian School located in Waxahachie, Texas.

Our Elementary and Preschool students have daily Chapel and Character First, Core subjects, Physical Education, and Handwriting.

They also participate in Specials - Spanish, Music, Art, and Computer skills.

Grades 1st-8th participate in weekly STEAM/STEM Labs Elective Day -Homeschool Support

Flex Day - Morning Classes or Afternoon Classes/ MWF morning or All day

Our Parents As Partners (PAP) program involves parent participation.

Quick Stats (2023-24)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 137 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,300
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Disciples of Christ

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1982

School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

137 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

21%

State avg.: 41%

Students by Grade

First Christian Day School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

10 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual
Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,300

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Tuition Notes

Preschool tuition is $4800 full time August-May

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Debbie Aday

School Notes

Tour of school, meeting with the Director, birth certificate, students academic, discipline, immunization and well care records

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does First Christian Day School cost?

First Christian Day School's tuition is approximately $5,300 for private students.

What schools are First Christian Day School often compared to?

First Christian Day Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. Joseph Catholic School, Ovilla Christian School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of First Christian Day School?

The acceptance rate of First Christian Day School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

When is the application deadline for First Christian Day School?

The application deadline for First Christian Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 4/5/2013

Wonderful all around! Kids get the one on one if needed. Small classes are what you pay for!

- Posted by Parent - kerre

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Quick Stats (2023-24)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 137 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,300
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Texas is $10,476 for elementary schools and $11,949 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Texas is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).