NorthBay Christian Academy is a community school offering a fresh, new approach to education, combining the benefits of homeschooling, classroom teaching, and the support of a Christ-centered community. Parental involvement is key, and the Christian values taught at home are reinforced in the classroom.
In the classroom and through teacher-assigned homeschooling lessons, NorthBay emphasizes academic excellence and spiritual growth that leads to a love of God and His word, as well as the development of strong character. NorthBay Christian Academy's mission is to support Christian families in spiritually and academically equipping students to take their places in the world as servants of Jesus Christ.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1999
Student Body
Total Students
127 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
5%
Average Class Size
14 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Navy or khaki bottoms with red, white, or navy polos
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Christie Dittmer
Admissions Associate
Ramita Buckley
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Northbay Christian Academy offer?
Northbay Christian Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Northbay Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Northbay Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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