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Foothills Christian Academy

210 First Ave E
Backus, MN 56435

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Tel: (218) 947-3206

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Foothills Christian Academy in Backus, MN serves 40 students from preschool through 12th grade in a rural setting.

The school has a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, with 5 teachers supporting a co–educational Christian program.

Approximately 17% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.

Foothills Christian Academy is a member of the American Association of Christian Schools (AACS) and offers a regular elementary and secondary curriculum.

The school is located in a rural community and provides education from PK to grade 12, accommodating families seeking faith–based schooling in the Backus area.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 40 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Association of Christian Schools (AACS)

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Student Body

Total Students

40 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

17%

State avg.: 23%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

5 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for Foothills Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Foothills Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 40 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Minnesota is $8,757 for elementary schools and $14,329 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Minnesota is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).