Grace Christian School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked AK School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 544 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,500
Acceptance rate: 98%
Average class size: 21 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Grace Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alaska for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Northwest Association of Accredited Schools

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Grace Christian School
Kind	30
1	35
2	35
3	35
4	41
5	40
6	44
7	48
8	48
9	48
10	48
11	48
12	44

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Year Founded

1980

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Student Body

Total Students

544 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 23%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

46 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

41%

Average Class Size

21 students

Number of AP Courses

8 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

BiologyCalculus

ChemistryComputer Science

English Language & CompositionEnglish Literature & Composition

Average SAT score

1113

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Clean, neat & modest

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,500

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Tuition Notes

Full-Day Kindergarten $7925, Elementary $8500, Secondary $9100

Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Karen Jones

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

Nordic SkiingSoccer

Track and FieldVolleyball

Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubLunch Time Bible Studies

STEM Club

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Elementary After School Sports

School Notes

Grace Christian School, founded in 1980, is a rigorous, Christ-centered, college prep program accredited through both the Association of Christian Schools International and the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools.
With 515 students, Grace has earned an excellent reputation for high quality students among our nation's finest colleges, universities and military academies.
Over 95% of our graduates pursue post-secondary education.
Our teachers are professionals who teach, model and disciple in academics, fine arts and competitive athletics.

School Motto: Integrity Driven Culture

Our vision is to educate leaders who have a passion for Jesus Christ through the integration of faith and learning. Our Mission is to work with the home and church to provide a Christ-centered spiritual, academic, and physical foundation in a nurturing environment to produce citizens who be a transforming influence in their world.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Grace Christian School cost?

Grace Christian School's tuition is approximately $8,500 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Grace Christian School?

The acceptance rate of Grace Christian School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 93%.

What sports does Grace Christian School offer?

Grace Christian School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Grace Christian School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Alaska for most sports offered.

What is Grace Christian School's ranking?

Grace Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alaska for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Grace Christian School?

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

In what neighborhood is Grace Christian School located?

Grace Christian School is located in the Huffman And O Malley neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 1 other private schools located in Huffman And O Malley.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (4 reviews)

5 2/27/2013

GCS is an amazing school. My boys are getting an education that will 100% prepare them for life beyond high school. They are loved, nutured, challenged, accepted. I have heard from GCS graduates that their freshman year of college was easy thanks to the rigours of Grace.

- Posted by Parent - mshel

5 2/27/2013

GCS has given my kids the confidence, courage, knowledge to handle all that life brings them. They are taught to examine all subjects through a Biblical lens. They are challenged to be all that God created them to be. I know they will succeed after high school thanks to their education from Grace Christian School.

- Posted by Parent - marne

5 10/27/2012

I like that it is a college preparatory school. I really feel that my son is learning all the right tools to be successful when he moves on. He is very interested in the sports here and they have taught him discipline and structure. The teachers are amazing, they work hard for the students.

- Posted by Parent - nancy

5 8/20/2012

My son is able to take classes that will really prepare him for going off to college. He will be equipped with the right knowledge and work ethic to be successful. He also participates in basketball and track. He has made a good group of friends and loves going to the school.

- Posted by Parent - lizmo

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Anchorage, AK is $10,055 for elementary schools and $9,450 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Anchorage, AK is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).