Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Lighthouse Christian Academy
About the School
- Lighthouse Christian Academy is founded and based solidly upon the King James Bible and is truly a Christian school.
- L.C.A. teaches Kindergarten through 12th grade and is open only to members of Lighthouse Baptist Church.
- Our curriculum for the K - 3rd grade is A Beka, and 4th - 12th utilizes the A.C.E. Paces.
- We look forward to serving your family's needs in the realm of spiritual growth and academics as we endevour to help you fulfill.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1985
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
94 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 52%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Number of AP Courses
2 courses
Advanced Courses
AP CalculusAP Stats
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Art Champagne
Admissions Associate
Stacey Odell
School Notes
- Lighthouse Christian Academy is founded and based solidly upon the King James Bible and is truly a Christian school. L.C.A. teaches Kindergarten through 12th grade and is open only to members of Lighthouse Baptist Church. Our curriculum for K - 12th is ABeka. We look forward to serving your family's needs in the realm of spiritual growth and academics as we endevour to help you fulfill to Lord's will for your children..
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
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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