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Red Lion Christian Academy

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked DE School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 942 students
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Red Lion Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
942 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Red Lion Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
11 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB (I), AP Calculus BC (II), AP English Literature, AP European History, AP History (US), AP Language & Composition, AP Physics B (non-Calculus based), AP Physics C (Calculus based), AP Statistics
Average SAT score
1290
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Flynn & O'Hara Uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition Rates Daycare - $210-$230/weekPreschool - $4,200-$6995K-12th Grade - $7995-$10,350
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Jennifer St. Jean
Admissions Associate
Emily Velez
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
28 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Elementary - 4th & 5th Grade Band, Elementary - After School Choir, HS - 10th - 12th Grade Math League, HS - 11th & 12th Grade Student Senate, HS - 9th Grade Math League, HS - All State Band, HS - All State Choir, HS - Community Service, HS - Marching Band, HS - Mock Trial, HS - Poetry Out Loud Competition, HS - Select Ensemble Choir, HS - Sr. National Honor Society, HS - Tri M Society, HS - Vocal Jazz, HS - Worship Team, HS - Yearbook, HS/MS - ACSI Fine Arts Competition, HS/MS - All State Theater, HS/MS - Band, HS/MS - Choir, HS/MS - Jefferson Awards, HS/MS - Math Olympiad, HS/MS - School Musical, HS/MS - Science Olympiad, MS - Jr. National Honor Society, MS - Math League, MS - Spelling Bee Competition

School Notes

  • School Motto: To glorify God by supporting Christian families in training and educating students so that Christ may reign supreme in every aspect of their lives.
  • Christ centered, Biblically based
  • Daycarethrough 12th grades
  • Financial Needs Based Assistance
  • Strong academic program with Honors and AP courses
  • Steam/Engineering Pathway
  • Culinary Pathway
  • Before/After Care available
  • Bus transportation
  • New athletic stadium, turf field and on-site media center
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Red Lion Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Red Lion Christian Academy is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
What sports does Red Lion Christian Academy offer?
Red Lion Christian Academy offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Red Lion Christian Academy's ranking?
Red Lion Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Red Lion Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Red Lion Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked DE School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 942 students
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in New Castle County, DE is $15,398 for elementary schools and $21,063 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in New Castle County, DE is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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