Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,200
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: May. 31 / rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Gurnee Christian Academy
About the School
- Gurnee Christian Academy serves 87 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, is a member of the General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church (GCSDAC).
- The student:teacher of Gurnee Christian Academy is 15:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Seventh Day Adventist.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,200
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: May. 31 / rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Gurnee Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Language-based and Mild Learning Differences
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
87 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
90%
State avg.: 34%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Blue slacks or skirts, blue shirts or blouse
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
May. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$575.00/Month*
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: LOVE. LEARN. LEAD.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Gurnee Christian Academy cost?
Gurnee Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $4,200 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Gurnee Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Gurnee Christian Academy is May. 31 / rolling (applications are due on May. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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