Lighthouse Christian Academy serves 49 students in grades Prekindergarten-12. The student:teacher of Lighthouse Christian Academy is 16:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Church of God.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
49 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
48%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dr. Rodney Vickers, Senior Pastor -
- Aubrey Maye, Pastor Emeritus -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Lighthouse Christian Academy?
Lighthouse Christian Academy famous alumni include: Dr. Rodney Vickers, Senior Pastor and Aubrey Maye, Pastor Emeritus.
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).
In what neighborhood is Lighthouse Christian Academy located?
Lighthouse Christian Academy is located in the Elmhurst neighborhood of Norfolk, VA.
School Reviews
5 4/27/2020
All 4 of my sons attended and graduated from this school several years ago. It was the same facility but was called Azalea Gardens Christian Academy. It was and still is, a great facility to train and educate our youth for tomorrow. Come check us out!
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