Florence Christian Academy vs. Shoals Christian School
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School Overview
Overview
Florence Christian Academy is dedicated to helping parents like you raise your children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.
F.C.A. offer four year old kindergarten through grade twelve. We provide a loving and safe enviornemnt.
We offer a strong academic program; and athletic and fine arts programs for elementary and high school students.
MISSION STATEMENT We will assist Christian families by providing a Christ-centered, biblically based education emphasizing excellence in character, academics, and service to Christ and others.
"All of your children will be taught by the Lord and great will be your children's peace." Isaiah 54:13
VISION STATEMENT Shoals Christian School (SCS) is a school whose constituents are increasingly committed to lives of holiness and prayer.
The school's leadership is committed to make decisions consistent with its mission statement and the principles of God's Word.
SCS follows biblical principles of stewardship and is dedicated to future growth and financial stability.
Students of SCS are growing in the knowledge of the Lord, are challenged to reach their full academic potential, and are impacting their world for Christ.
Grades Offered
PK-12
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
on case-by-case basis, dyslexia and mild learning differences
Year Founded
n/a
1997
Students Body
Total Students
92 students
214 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
9%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
-
8
Pre-K Students
13
27
Kindergarten Students
6
9
Grade 1 Students
2
10
Grade 2 Students
4
14
Grade 3 Students
5
5
Grade 4 Students
4
10
Grade 5 Students
17
7
Grade 6 Students
2
13
Grade 7 Students
5
16
Grade 8 Students
13
25
Grade 9 Students
6
15
Grade 10 Students
5
22
Grade 11 Students
5
16
Grade 12 Students
5
17
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
25 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
n/a
25%
Average Class Size
n/a
15
Number of AP Classes
n/a
5
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:10
1:9
Average ACT score
n/a
25
Classroom Dress Code
n/a
Casual
(Details are in the Student/Parent Handbook)
(Details are in the Student/Parent Handbook)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
n/a
$6,255
Tuition Notes
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This is the 2016-2017 tuition for 6th - 8th grades. Please contact our Admissions Director for complete tuition schedule.
% on Financial Aid
n/a
23%
Average Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$2,336
Admissions Director
n/a
Didi Vardaman
Sports
Total Sports Offered
n/a
10
Sports
n/a
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
n/a
14
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
n/a
Art Classes, Art Shows, Drama, Jr. High Scholars Bowl, Key Club, Math Olympics, Middle School Student Government Assocation, National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Red Cross Club, Robotics Team, Science Fair, SCS Ambassadors, Student Government Association