Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Average class size: 23 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Friendship Christian Academy
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Average class size: 23 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1989
Student Body
Total Students
31 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
23 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki pants, solid polo shirts
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition is $161.00 per month for 9 months. Books are and additional fee.
Admissions Director
Shirley Soles
Admissions Associate
Janet Harris
School Notes
- Friendship Christian Academy offers individualized learning for each student.
- Students learn at their own pace.
- All courses are bible-based.
- We offer small, quiet classroom settings for better learning.
- Friendship Christian Academy offers individualized learning for each student. Students learn at their own pace. All courses are bible-based. We offer small, quiet classroom settings for better learning.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
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When is the application deadline for Friendship Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Friendship Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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