Maranatha Christian Academy in Portage, IN serves 11 co–ed students in grades 7 through 12 within a suburban community setting.
The school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 4:1, supported by 3 teachers.
As a member of Accelerated Christian Education (ACE), the academy maintains an affiliation with the Church of God and a broader religious orientation.
Approximately 28.6% of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
Maranatha Christian Academy is positioned among other Portage–area private schools offering middle and high school programs.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Student Body
Total Students
11 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Maranatha Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Maranatha Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Maranatha Christian Academy is Portage Christian School (1.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Nativity Of Our Savior/diocese (0.4 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Nativity Of Our Savior/diocese
(Catholic)
2929 Willowcreek Rd
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-2400
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-2400
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 173 students
3040 Arlene Street
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 762-8962
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 762-8962
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 312 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Francis Xavier School
(Catholic)
2453 Putnam Street
Lake Station, IN 46405
(219) 962-4507
Lake Station, IN 46405
(219) 962-4507
2.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 113 students Tuition listed
Emmanuel Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
760 Mccool Rd
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-3317
Valparaiso, IN 46385
(219) 759-3317
3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 83 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Bridget Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
107 Main Street
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-6441
Hobart, IN 46342
(219) 942-6441
4.2 miles
Gr: PK
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