Lighthouse Christian Academy (2025-26 Profile)

11502 Highway 145
Cortez, CO 81321

As a ministry of Lighthouse Baptist Church, Lighthouse Christian Academy exists to help educate and train children, both to be productive members of society and to serve the Lord with their lives.

At LCA, we aim to educate and train students in every area of life.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Grades: Prekindergarten-11
Enrollment: 53 students
Yearly Tuition: $3,000
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Lighthouse Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Teachers and Schools (ACTS)

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-11

Year Founded

1998

Student Body

Total Students

53 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 25%

Students by Grade

Lighthouse Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

7 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Dress code

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$3,000

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Tuition Notes

$3,000 (K4-2.d in traditional classrooms) $2,500 (3rd-12th in video streaming classroom with onsite teacher for assistance)

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

As a ministry of Lighthouse Baptist Church, Lighthouse Christian Academy exists to help educate and train children, both to be productive members of society and to serve the Lord with their lives. At LCA, we aim to educate and train students in every area of life.
Vision: Assist the Christian home in educating young people for an eternity - Educating for Eternity
Mission: Provide young people with every opportunity to graduate, being fully capable of pursuing God's purpose for their lives and impacting their world for the cause of Christ.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Bruce Burkett, Lead Pastor -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lighthouse Christian Academy cost?

Lighthouse Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $3,000 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from Lighthouse Christian Academy?

Lighthouse Christian Academy famous alumni include: Bruce Burkett, Lead Pastor.

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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