The purpose of Gilead Christian Academy is to assist parents in their God-given responsibility of educating their children by providing a Christ-centered environment where students are trained spiritually, academically, socially, and physically.
GCA seeks to prepare students for a lifetime of service to God and others by teaching them to apply God's Word to their daily living.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
225 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The purpose of Gilead Christian Academy is to assist parents in their God-given responsibility of educating their children by providing a Christ-centered environment where students are trained spiritually, academically, socially, and physically. GCA seeks to prepare students for a lifetime of service to God and others by teaching them to apply God's Word to their daily living.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Gilead Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Gilead Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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