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Gardena Christian Academy & Preschool

16311 S Western Ave
Gardena, CA 90247

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Tel: (310) 527-0348

www.forgca.com

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Gardena Christian Academy has been serving the community since 1969 and is a ministry of Faith Christian Center.

Our church is attended by a variety of people from several different cultures and nationalities.

All GCA students and their families are encouraged to take part in services and activities of the church any time.

The goal of Gardena Christian Academy is to see that each student reaches his or her full potential spiritually, mentally, enjoying snacktime academically, physically and socially.

All subjects are presented from a God-centered viewpoint designed to integrate spiritual truths with academic training.

Academic training is only an extension of spiritual truth as set forth in God's word.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 170 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Teachers and Schools (ACTS)

Religious Affiliation

Assembly of God

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-5

Year Founded

1969

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

170 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

95%

State avg.: 51%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

5 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

34:1

National avg.: 11:1

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

$60.00 Preschool Registration $60.00 Material Fee $125.00 Registration (K-5th) $180.00 Material Fee (K-5th)

Summer Program Cost

$600

Admissions Director

Kim Purnell

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Motto: Excellence In Education

Gardena Christian Academy has been serving the community since 1969 and is a ministry of Faith Christian Center. Our church is attended by a variety of people from several different cultures and nationalities. All GCA students and their families are encouraged to take part in services and activities of the church any time. The goal of Gardena Christian Academy is to see that each student reaches his or her full potential spiritually, mentally, enjoying snacktime academically, physically and socially. All subjects are presented from a God-centered viewpoint designed to integrate spiritual truths with academic training. Academic training is only an extension of spiritual truth as set forth in God's word.

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Gardena Christian Academy & Preschool cost?

Gardena Christian Academy & Preschool's tuition is approximately $600 for summer students.

When is the application deadline for Gardena Christian Academy & Preschool?

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

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 170 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Los Angeles County, CA is $18,193 for elementary schools and $23,825 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).