Lighthouse Christian School in Dover, PA, offers co–ed education for grades K–12 in a rural community setting.
Founded in 2013, the school enrolls 69 students with a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 supported by 7 teachers.
The school follows a Baptist orientation and is affiliated with Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) and other religious associations.
The student body includes approximately 23% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the rural area.
Nearby schools in the York area provide additional private education options with varied enrollments and class sizes.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
69 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lighthouse Christian School often compared to?
Lighthouse Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Bible Baptist Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Lighthouse Christian School?
The application deadline for Lighthouse Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Lighthouse Christian School vs. Bible Baptist Christian Academy
The nearest high school to Lighthouse Christian School is Christian School Of York (4.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is York Adventist Christian School (4.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2220 Roosevelt Ave
York, PA 17408
(717) 764-5603
York, PA 17408
(717) 764-5603
4.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 29 students
907 Greenbriar Rd
York, PA 17404
(717) 767-6842
York, PA 17404
(717) 767-6842
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 584 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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115 N Biesecker Rd
Thomasville, PA 17364
(717) 792-0889
Thomasville, PA 17364
(717) 792-0889
4.8 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 122 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4190 N Susquehanna Trl
York, PA 17404
(717) 266-2544
York, PA 17404
(717) 266-2544
5.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 127 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Daycare / Preschool
1540 Rodney Rd.
York, PA 17408
(717) 764-4721
York, PA 17408
(717) 764-4721
5.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 16 students Avg. class size: 10 students
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