Juniata Christian School
Tel:
(717) 463-2898
JCS exists to bring honor to Jesus Christ by educating with excellence and nurturing our students` God given abilities. We partner with families, the church, and the community to raise up generations of men and women with a biblical worldview who will love Christ and serve others.
JCS is fully accredited JCS's high school program seeks to develop Christ-centered character, academic excellence, and a vision for global ministry while encouraging students to serve God through the discovery and use of their gifts and talents.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Students: 212 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,200
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Juniata Christian School places among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
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- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) Other school association(s) Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools Mid Atlantic Christian Schools Association (MACSA) |
Religious Affiliation | Christian |
Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten-12 |
ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
Learning Programs Supported | ESL, dys autism Downs |
Year Founded | 1954 |
Summer School Offered | Yes |
Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
Total Students | 212 students |
Student Body Type | Co-ed |
% Students of Color | 6% State avg.: 23% |
Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers | 18 teachers |
Student : Teacher Ratio | 12:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 25% |
Average Class Size | 17 students |
List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Jeans, Tee Shirts, ) |
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Yearly Tuition Cost | $4,200 |
Tuition Notes | Tuition is $3400 for Kindergarten, $4044 for 1-5, $4542 for 6-8 and $5015 for High school. Multi-child discounts available. Tuition aid available. |
% on Financial Aid | 25% |
Average Financial Aid Grant | $2,400 |
Acceptance Rate | 99% National avg.: 85% |
Admissions Director | Thomas Getz |
Admissions Associate | Jenny Fuller |
Sports
Total Sports Offered | 2 sports |
Sports | Basketball, SoccerBasketball, Soccer, |
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 3 extracurriculars |
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Home Economics Arts and Music Programs: Choir, Tech Ed |
School Notes
- JCS exists to bring honor to Jesus Christ by educating with excellence and nurturing our students' God given abilities. We partner with families, the church, and the community to raise up generations of men and women with a biblical worldview who will love Christ and serve others, encouraging students to serve God through the discovery and use of their gifts and talents.
- JCS teachers are Christian with a personal statement of faith who provide a solid education with a Christian Worldview.
- JCS is an active member of the National Honor Society.
- JCS has a strong emphasis on service with at least one mandatory Missions opportunity required.
- JCS is strongly family oriented with plenty of parental involvement.
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School Reviews
5 JMS is a safe, loving environment. They have multiple teaching styles to reach the multiple learning styles of the students. Their College and Work Force Prep is nothing short of outstanding. Being fully accredited, their graduates are sought after by colleges all over the nation. - Posted by Parent - Skip |
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