Frederick Christian Academy is in its 52nd year of providing quality academic instruction in a loving and positive environment. Our students go on to further their education or enter the workplace equipped with higher order thinking skills, as well as discernment and communication skills.
Our aim is to teach every student enrolled an understanding of God, the priority that should be accorded His Word, and the responsibility that every person has to Him as Creator and Redeemer; to enable each student enrolled to develop both natural and spiritual gifts and talents with the understanding that the highest goal of mankind is to use these gifts and talents to worship and to glorify God; to develop within each student a level of basic skills achievement that will support successful functioning as a citizen of the kingdom of God and successful functioning as a citizen of this nation; to provide both curricular and instructional systems that will enable any student to achieve at levels that will prepare him/her to enter the next level of education chosen, whatever the academic rigor demanded; and to leave each student enrolled with a strong sense of right and wrong, to make him aware of the spiritual blessing that comes from doing right, and to warn each student of the many wrongs that now characterize our culture and the negative consequences to be borne by those who choose those wrongs.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked MD School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,150
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Frederick Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Discovery Learning Center supports students within the General Ed classroom in Elementary, Discovery Learning Center in Secondary has curriculum modifications with special math classes offered
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a
Campus Size
12 acres
Student Body
Total Students
357 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
19%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
2 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Polo shirt and khaki pants/skirts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
K3 & K4 Tuition: $8,650
K5 - 12th Tuition: $8,150
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 81%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Jonny Rebert
Admissions Associate
Lori Coblentz
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Chess Club
Arts and Music Programs:
BellsChoir
School Notes
- School Motto: Pursuing Excellence, Developing Christlikeness
- School Mascot: Defender
- Frederick Christian Academy is in its 52nd year of providing quality academic instruction in a loving and positive environment. Our students go on to further their education or enter the workplace equipped with higher order thinking skills, as well as discernment and communication skills.
- Our aim is to teach every student enrolled an understanding of God, the priority that should be accorded His Word, and the responsibility that every person has to Him as Creator and Redeemer; to enable each student enrolled to develop both natural and spiritual gifts and talents with the understanding that the highest goal of mankind is to use these gifts and talents to worship and to glorify God; to develop within each student a level of basic skills achievement that will support successful functioning as a citizen of the kingdom of God and successful functioning as a citizen of this nation; to provide both curricular and instructional systems that will enable any student to achieve at levels that will prepare him/her to enter the next level of education chosen, whatever the academic rigor demanded; and to leave each student enrolled with a strong sense of right and wrong, to make him aware of the spiritual blessing that comes from doing right, and to warn each student of the many wrongs that now characterize our culture and the negative consequences to be borne by those who choose those wrongs.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Frederick Christian Academy cost?
Frederick Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $8,150 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Frederick Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Frederick Christian Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
What sports does Frederick Christian Academy offer?
Frederick Christian Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Frederick Christian Academy's ranking?
Frederick Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Frederick Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Frederick Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
FCA is a wonderful school. We couldn't be happier. Our children are truly learning how to be good students. The teachers clearly know what they are doing. Academics are strong and the school is a very warm and loving place. Our kids are happy and thriving - we''ve nothing negative to say.
5 10/6/2012
Great school. Caring faculty and foster a spirited environment.
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