Living Word Christian School and Performing Arts Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked PA School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 124 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,000
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Aug. 1 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Living Word Christian School and Performing Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Living Word Christian School and Performing Arts Academy
Pre-K	5
Kind	10
1	6
2	8
3	8
4	4
5	5
6	8
7	15
8	15
9	14
10	10
11	6
12	10

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1995

Student Body

Total Students

124 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

16 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

85%

Average Class Size

12 students

Advanced Courses

BiologyChemistry

EnglishForensic Science

FrenchHistory

PhysicsSpanish

Speech

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniform: khaki pants, polo shirts (hunter green, red, royal blue) , Dress uniform: shirt & tie, dress

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Aug. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,000

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Tuition Notes

Book fees: vary from $200-$300 Lab fee: $50 Application fee: $75 Registration fee:$125

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,000

Admissions Director

Janet M. Chapin

Admissions Associate

Marli Urey

Sports

Total Sports Offered

12 sports

Sports

SoccerTrack and Field

VolleyballWrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

11 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

ChoirDance Team

High School MusicalInstrument

Language ClubsMath League

Mime TeamPlays

Student Leadership ConferencesYearbook Staff and more

Youth Worship Team

School Notes

Living Word Christian School offers traditional classroom as well as a non-traditional approach to learning.
Each student is assessed for the best learning style to meet their academic needs.
Our school graduates place well at the collegiate level, post-secondary schools and the marketplace.

We offer a traditional approach utilizing the best curriculum available.
We utilize the texts from the following publishers: ABeka, Bob Jones University, Saxon Math, McMillen Math, Pearson, Prentice Hall, ACSI and more...
We offer PIAA sports and co-op with Greenville S.D. and extracurricular activies
ACSI Accredited
LWCS offers innovative programs in computer technology and media production
We offer foreign language from K-12
Contact us today to set your child on course for their destiny!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Living Word Christian School and Performing Arts Academy cost?

Living Word Christian School and Performing Arts Academy's tuition is approximately $4,000 for private students.

What schools are Living Word Christian School and Performing Arts Academy often compared to?

Living Word Christian School and Performing Arts Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Kennedy Catholic High School by visitors of our site.

What sports does Living Word Christian School and Performing Arts Academy offer?

Living Word Christian School and Performing Arts Academy offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Dance, Equestrian, Football, Golf, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Living Word Christian School and Performing Arts Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for most sports offered.

What is Living Word Christian School and Performing Arts Academy's ranking?

Living Word Christian School and Performing Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Living Word Christian School and Performing Arts Academy?

The application deadline for Living Word Christian School and Performing Arts Academy is Aug. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Aug. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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