Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,000
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 7 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Lighthouse Christian Academy
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,000
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 7 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Lighthouse Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2001
Awards
Student Body
Total Students
102 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 39%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
7 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
navy pants & shorts, white or red shirts, plaid jumpers & skirts
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,000
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $5450 to $9350
% on Financial Aid
10%
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Lisa Dixon, Headmaster
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
After School Childcare
Club or Organization:
First LEGO LeagueInstitute for Cultural Communicators (ICC)
School Notes
- Lighthouse Christian Academy is an interdenominational Classical Christian school for grades K-8
- Established in 2001, LCA provides students with a safe learning environment in which to develop critical thinking skills based on a Biblical worldview.
- Education policies, classroom practices, and curricula focus upon this rigorous and systematic approach to the training of the mind.
- School Motto: Shaping Scholars. Cultivating Virtue. Fostering Faith.
- Application is located on the school's website: www.LCAcademy.org.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lighthouse Christian Academy cost?
Lighthouse Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $15,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Lighthouse Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Lighthouse Christian Academy is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
What sports does Lighthouse Christian Academy offer?
Lighthouse Christian Academy offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Lighthouse Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Lighthouse Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 1/27/2021
My son was transferred from public school and started middle school, 6 grade. We are all impressed with the amount of knowledge he gained in a short period of time. Every teacher and every class is absolutely amazing. He loves Latin. He knows human anatomy: every bone and functions of soft tissue in Latin and English. The hands on application and presentation skills are out of this world. Every class is focused on oral and written excellence in delivering knowledge. He can explain in clear English each class. Language arts books and vocab is amazing. Math is way above what kids in public schools do. I seriously wish they can clone all these teachers. We are committed to this school and we pray that they offer High school programs in the future.
5 10/14/2017
An amazing place to watch our children thrive in an environment of Classical and Christian education. Excellent teachers and curriculum; a bargain for what you will receive!
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