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Grace Academy vs. Christian School Of York

Should you attend Grace Academy or Christian School Of York? Visitors to our site frequently compare these two schools. Compare their rankings, scores, reviews and more to help you determine which school is the best choice for you.

School Overview

School
Grace Academy Photo - Children love to climb up the "Mountain Climber" in our playground!
Grace Academy
(5)
3930 Farm Drive
York, PA 17402
Combined school
Christian School Of York Photo - Equipping students through academic rigor and uncompromising Biblical truth to impact the world for Christ. Lots of new and exciting things are happening for our 21/22 school year! Call now to find out how you can be part of our Defender family! 717-767-6842, ext. 269.
Christian School Of York
(13)
907 Greenbriar Rd
York, PA 17404
Combined school
Top Rankings

Grace Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability
Least expensive tuition
Advanced Degrees
Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees

Christian School Of York ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Largest student body
Overview
Grace Academy offers a covenant learning model for PK3 - Highschool. Operating in school Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday with home days Friday and Monday.
Mission: Equipping students through academic rigor and uncompromising Biblical truth to impact the world for Christ.
Vision: Quality Christian Education for Purposeful Living  Our Christian School of York Core Values are: Fostering a Biblical Worldview
Pursuing Godly Character  Cultivating Community  Engaging in Service to Others  Developing Academic Excellence 
Religious Affiliation
Christian
Christian
Grades Offered
NS-12
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
n/a
Learning Difference Programs
No
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Mild learning differences
Year Founded
1987
1956
County
York, PA
York, PA

Students Body

Total Students
130 students
555 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
-
20%
Students by Grade
Grace Academy Student By Grade
Christian School Of York Student By Grade

Students by Grade

Pre-K Students
30
111
Kindergarten Students
14
52
Grade 1 Students
16
46
Grade 2 Students
16
38
Grade 3 Students
6
31
Grade 4 Students
19
29
Grade 5 Students
6
30
Grade 6 Students
8
38
Grade 7 Students
3
31
Grade 8 Students
4
37
Grade 9 Students
3
31
Grade 10 Students
4
39
Grade 11 Students
1
28
Grade 12 Students
-
14

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
40 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
80%
40%
Average Class Size
12
18
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:5
1:14
Average SAT score
n/a
1211
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
(Defender gear on Wednesdays)

Finances and Admission

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$3,500
n/a
Tuition Notes
PRESCHOOL: • Half Day - $175/month ($1750/year) • Full Day - $350/month ($3500/year) • Lunch Buddies - optional - 3 days - $50/month ($500/year)KINDERGARTEN: $330/month ($3300/year)ELEMENTARY: $350/month ($3500/year)
Preschool tuition varies by schedule Elementary tuition: $9400 Grades 6 - 8: $10775 Grades 9 - 12: $11150
% on Financial Aid
n/a
60%
Average Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$4,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
98%
Admissions Director
Shane Lehman
Sherry Kent
Admissions Associate
Melanie Bair
n/a

Sports

Total Sports Offered
n/a
11
Sports
n/a
Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
4
9
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Dance, Flag Football, STEM, Wrestling
Bee Club, Bible Quizzing, Choir, Defenders for Life, Marching Band, National Honor Society, Praise Band, Robotics Team, Yearbook
 
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