First Christian Day School (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 111 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,560
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Disciples of Christ

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	First Christian Day School
Pre-K	65
Kind	10
1	10
2	6
3	7
4	5
5	3
6	2
7	1
8	2

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Pre-K has 65 students the school’s largest class is far bigger than every other grade, which has 10 or fewer students.

Year Founded

1982

Student Body

Total Students

111 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 42%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

22 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

10 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniform

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,560

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Tuition Notes

Max tuition, Includes registration fee

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Shannon Adams

Admissions Associate

Emily Bosher

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

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After School Care ProgramBricks 4 Kidz

Elementary Book ClubTabletop Game Club

School Notes

We are a Private Christian School located in Waxahachie, Texas.
Our Elementary and Preschool students have weekly Chapel, daily Bible lessons, Core subjects, Physical Education, and Handwriting.
They also participate in Specials - Spanish, Music, Art, and Computer skills.
Elective Day -Homeschool Support
Our Parents As Partners (PAP) program involves parent participation.

FCDS serves students in Waxahachie and the surrounding areas by providing an academic, social and spiritual education for preschool children ages two through four, and elementary students in Kindergarten through 8th grade.
Our mission is to orchestrate positive, Christ-centered learning experiences for each student, each day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does First Christian Day School cost?

First Christian Day School's tuition is approximately $6,560 for private students.

What schools are First Christian Day School often compared to?

First Christian Day School is often viewed alongside schools like Waxahachie Preparatory Academy 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).

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5 4/5/2013

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

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Texas is $12,445 for elementary schools and $14,154 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).