Faith Christian School vs. North Cross School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Faith Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
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North Cross School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
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Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
Overview
Faith Christian School is truly a unique educational experience offering a model of education built on timeless principles and practices which produce thoughtful and accomplished graduates prepared to engage and influence culture. This distinctively Christian, classical model of education has a profound impact on student confidence & success.
North Cross School, located in Roanoke, Virginia and serving families in Southwest Virginia is a private, independent college-preparatory, day and boarding school grounded in a strong liberal arts and science curriculum combined with exceptional co-curricular art and athletic programs.
Grades Offered
PK-12
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
n/a
No
Learning Difference Programs
No
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Dyslexia, Language-based learning differences, dysgraphia, tutoring
Year Founded
1997
1944
Students Body
Total Students
246 students
584 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
-
8%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
22
66
Kindergarten Students
20
40
Grade 1 Students
20
29
Grade 2 Students
20
31
Grade 3 Students
20
36
Grade 4 Students
20
34
Grade 5 Students
20
36
Grade 6 Students
23
35
Grade 7 Students
20
38
Grade 8 Students
15
35
Grade 9 Students
10
54
Grade 10 Students
10
34
Grade 11 Students
15
56
Grade 12 Students
11
60
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
67 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
n/a
64%
Average Class Size
20
14
Number of AP Classes
n/a
18
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:6
1:9
Average SAT score
1251
1253
Average ACT score
n/a
25
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Dress code is purchased from a specifc vendor.)
(Dress code is purchased from a specifc vendor.)
Casual
(Khaki bottoms and collared shirt)
(Khaki bottoms and collared shirt)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
n/a
$21,425
Tuition Notes
Tuition range: $4,740-$14,160 depending upon grade and demonstrated need for financial assistance.
North Cross\' tuition varies per grade. The cost listed above is for the Upper School day program. North Cross uses an indexed tuition model called Tailored Tuition. Find out more at https://www.northcross.org/tuition-and-fees.html
% on Financial Aid
30%
26%
Acceptance Rate
n/a
90%
Admissions Director
Cathi Weber
Matthew Gilliland
Admissions Associate
Ginny Smith
Kelsey Yardley
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6
14
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
7
15
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Cavatina, Key Club, Latin Club, Orff Ensemble, Spanish Club, Veritas Honor Society, Yearbook
American Red Cross Club, Chess Club, Coding Club, Cycling Club, Environmental Club, Guitar Club, International Thespian Society, Math Club, Model UN Club, Robotics Team, Save the Next Girl, Ski Club, Student Council Association, Tutoring Club, Yearbook