Spokane Junior Academy began operating as a school around 1934.
The mission of Spokane Junior Academy is to educate children through collaborative effort of parents and teachers being empowered by the Holy Spirit to restore the image of God in the soul, while providing an opportunity for students to accept Jesus Christ as their Savior.
The staff and School Board believe that each student is unique and of inestimable value and therefore stress the holistic development of the child through the dedicated use of scripture, nature and advanced educational methods, for the purpose of developing Christian citizenry.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked WA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Palisades Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-10
Year Founded
1934
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
176 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Educating Kids to LIVE for Him with Love, Integrity, Virtue, and Excellence!
- Spokane Junior Academy began operating as a school around 1934.
- The mission of Spokane Junior Academy is to educate children through collaborative effort of parents and teachers being empowered by the Holy Spirit to restore the image of God in the soul, while providing an opportunity for students to accept Jesus Christ as their Savior.
- The staff and School Board believe that each student is unique and of inestimable value and therefore stress the holistic development of the child through the dedicated use of scripture, nature and advanced educational methods, for the purpose of developing Christian citizenry.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palisades Christian Academy's ranking?
Palisades Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Palisades Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Palisades Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 7/24/2015
This is a truly "Christian" Christian school! The staff holds the kids to a high moral standard and teach about God everyday, not just an hour assembly thing one day per week. The highest goal of teaching biblical values and academics is definitely met at PCA!
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