Shepherd Christian School was founded in 1997, as a ministry of the Shepherd Church of the Nazarene.
Our mission is to provide an engaging and challenging Bible-based course of study for students in kindergarten through fifth grade.
At Shepherd Christian School, academics are paramount -- and it shows.
Our students routinely score one full grade-level higher than average on national standardized tests.
This is because we recognize that, in order for a student to take a leadership role in the vocation of their calling, they must be intellectually prepared for the task.
Our curriculum focuses on the basics. In order for a student to succeed, they must succeed in their grammar and mathematics courses.
And while we expect our students to work hard, we don't expect them to work alone.
Our staff of talented, certified instructors nurtures and guide the students through the process of learning.
And because we maintain a low eighteen-to-one student-to-teacher ratio, each student is able to receive the individualized attention that they need to succeed.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked OH School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,300
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Shepherd Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1997
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
335 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
65%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
12 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Students wear uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Ed Choice Scholarship Program Honored
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Michael Fluhart
Admissions Associate
Donna Pest
Application URL
School Notes
- Shepherd Christian School was founded in 1997, as a ministry of the Shepherd Church of the Nazarene. Our mission is to provide an engaging and challenging Bible-based course of study for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. At Shepherd Christian School, academics are paramount -- and it shows. Our students routinely score one full grade-level higher than average on national standardized tests. This is because we recognize that, in order for a student to take a leadership role in the vocation of their calling, they must be intellectually prepared for the task. Our curriculum focuses on the basics. In order for a student to succeed, they must succeed in their grammar and mathematics courses. And while we expect our students to work hard, we don't expect them to work alone. Our staff of talented, certified instructors nurture and guide the students through the process of learning. And because we maintain a low eighteen-to-one student-to-teacher ratio, each student is able to receive the individualized attention that they need to succeed.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Shepherd Christian School cost?
Shepherd Christian School's tuition is approximately $5,300 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Shepherd Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Shepherd Christian School is 85%, which is equal to the national average of 85%.
What is Shepherd Christian School's ranking?
Shepherd Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Shepherd Christian School?
The application deadline for Shepherd Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Shepherd Christian School is Columbus Torah Academy (2.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Matthew The Apostle Catholic School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Gahanna KinderCare (0.3 miles away)
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Gahanna KinderCare ![Gahanna KinderCare Photo - Nationally Accredited KinderCare 520 Morrison Rd Gahanna Oh 43230 (614)471-3665 000297@klcorp.com]( "Gahanna KinderCare Photo - Nationally Accredited KinderCare 520 Morrison Rd Gahanna Oh 43230 (614)471-3665 000297@klcorp.com")
Daycare / Preschool
520 Morrison Rd.
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-3665
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-3665
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK
St. Matthew The Apostle Catholic School
(Catholic)
795 Havens Corners Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-4930
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-4930
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 621 students
North Stygler KinderCare ![North Stygler KinderCare Photo - The view of our Toddler Classroom as you walk into the classroom. You can see the circle area where the children enjoying singing, dancing, and listening to stories.]( "North Stygler KinderCare Photo - The view of our Toddler Classroom as you walk into the classroom. You can see the circle area where the children enjoying singing, dancing, and listening to stories.")
Daycare / Preschool
139 North Stygler Rd.
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-2000
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-2000
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
One School ![One School Photo - Preschool, Middle School & High School Building]( "One School Photo - Preschool, Middle School & High School Building")
(Assembly of God)
817 N Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 536-6101
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 536-6101
2.1 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 194 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
181 Noe Bixby Rd
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 864-0299
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 864-0299
2.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 205 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 7
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
181 Noe Bixby Rd
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 864-0299
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 864-0299
2.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 205 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 7
4300 Cherry Bottom Road
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 509-2220
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 509-2220
3 miles
Gr: NS-12 Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mater Dei Academy ![Mater Dei Academy Photo]( "Mater Dei Academy Photo")
(Catholic)
3695 Elm St
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 231-1984
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 231-1984
3.9 miles
Gr: K-9 | 13 students Avg. class size: 4 students Tuition listed
Liberty Christian Academy
(Christian)
4938 Beatrice Dr
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 864-5332
Columbus, OH 43227
(614) 864-5332
4.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 454 students
65 S. Drexel. Ave.
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 252-0781
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 252-0781
4.7 miles
Gr: NS-12 Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 26 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
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St. Matthew The Apostle Catholic School
(Catholic)
795 Havens Corners Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-4930
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-4930
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 621 students
One School ![One School Photo - Preschool, Middle School & High School Building]( "One School Photo - Preschool, Middle School & High School Building")
(Assembly of God)
817 N Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 536-6101
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 536-6101
2.1 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 194 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
181 Noe Bixby Rd
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 864-0299
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 864-0299
2.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 205 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 7
Holy Spirit School
(Catholic)
4382 Duchene Ln
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 861-0475
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 861-0475
2.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 314 students
4300 Cherry Bottom Road
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 509-2220
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 509-2220
3 miles
Gr: NS-12 Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Gahanna KinderCare ![Gahanna KinderCare Photo - Nationally Accredited KinderCare 520 Morrison Rd Gahanna Oh 43230 (614)471-3665 000297@klcorp.com]( "Gahanna KinderCare Photo - Nationally Accredited KinderCare 520 Morrison Rd Gahanna Oh 43230 (614)471-3665 000297@klcorp.com")
Daycare / Preschool
520 Morrison Rd.
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-3665
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-3665
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK
St. Matthew The Apostle Catholic School
(Catholic)
795 Havens Corners Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-4930
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-4930
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 621 students
North Stygler KinderCare ![North Stygler KinderCare Photo - The view of our Toddler Classroom as you walk into the classroom. You can see the circle area where the children enjoying singing, dancing, and listening to stories.]( "North Stygler KinderCare Photo - The view of our Toddler Classroom as you walk into the classroom. You can see the circle area where the children enjoying singing, dancing, and listening to stories.")
Daycare / Preschool
139 North Stygler Rd.
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-2000
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 471-2000
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
One School ![One School Photo - Preschool, Middle School & High School Building]( "One School Photo - Preschool, Middle School & High School Building")
(Assembly of God)
817 N Hamilton Rd
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 536-6101
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 536-6101
2.1 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 194 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Goddard School-reynoldsburg ![The Goddard School-reynoldsburg Photo]( "The Goddard School-reynoldsburg Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
40 Chris Perry Lane
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 501-9224
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 501-9224
2.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 30 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Darbydale Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7000 London Groveport Rd
Grove City, OH 43123
(614) 801-8050
Grove City, OH 43123
(614) 801-8050
9219.3 miles
Gr: K-4 | 405 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Pleasant View Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2767 Holt Rd
Grove City, OH 43123
(614) 801-3900
Grove City, OH 43123
(614) 801-3900
9219.4 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 651 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Hilliard Bradley High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2800 Walker Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-7400
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-7400
9219.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,712 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Brown Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2494 Walker Rd
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-5400
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 921-5400
9219.8 miles
Gr: K-5 | 448 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Alton Hall Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
982 Alton Rd
Galloway, OH 43119
(614) 801-8000
Galloway, OH 43119
(614) 801-8000
9220 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 504 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
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