Spirit Christian Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked CA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 163 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,991
Acceptance rate: 80%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Aug. 25
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School Rankings

Spirit Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Spirit Christian Academy
Pre-K	14
Kind	22
1	18
2	17
3	13
4	10
5	7
6	12
7	10
8	10
9	8
10	9
11	7
12	6

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Year Founded

1998

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Campus Size

2 acres

Student Body

Total Students

163 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

47%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

27 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

95%

Average Class Size

12 students

Average SAT score

1144

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Modesty Standard

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Western Association of Schools and Colleges (Accrediting Commission for Schools) (ACS WASC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Aug. 25

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,991

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Tuition Notes

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Acceptance Rate

80%

National avg.: 85%

College Acceptance Rate

92%

Admissions Director

Pamela Costes

Admissions Associate

Amber Stoffel

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

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BaseballBasketball

Flag FootballVolleyball

Colors

Blue, Silver, White

School Mascot

Warriors

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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Bible Languages ClubCoding Class

TTRPG Club (high school only)

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Art ClassesDrama Class

Yearbook

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Adventure Leadership Program

School Notes

Spirit Christian Academy is a TK-12th grade private University Model School (UMS) whose mission is to provide its students with a comprehensive, college preparatory education from a Christian perspective.
Spirit Christian Academy exists to partner with parents in the process of educating their children to God's standard of spiritual maturity and academic excellence with the focus on preparing them for a life of service to God and to humanity.
Spirit Christian Academy is a University-Model School (UMS). Students meet on campus 2-3 days a week for classroom instruction. On the other 2-3 weekdays, students engage in learning and further study at home under the guidance of the parent who serves as a co-teacher. Together they follow a teacher-generated lesson plan in a unique partnership that characterizes a UMS. Following the UMS schedule provides parents with quality time to invest in the educational process of their children.

Your child will be known and loved, learning the importance of relationships with family, community, and Jesus. They will receive a family-based, hybrid, Christian education. SCA provides programs for TK through 12th grade with a blend of classroom and at-home learning within a five-day school week. SCA offers a quality, cost-effective education that prepares your child for higher education.
As a Christian school, it is important for us to have a strong foundation on the Word of God, and to adhere to its teachings. Our desire is for students to live out their faith by applying Biblical principles in their everyday lives. As students continue to grow in their faith, we strongly encourage them to pursue a life of service: serving one another, and those within their community.
SCA offers high-quality, affordable education that prepares students for college while giving parents time to nurture love and faith in their children. The school equips students to excel academically, grow spiritually, and develop a passion for God. Emphasizing relationships with family, community, and Christ, SCA models servant leadership and prioritizes the balance of academics, family, and faith in students' lives. We understand your child's education and discipleship is vitally important to you, which is why we have devoted ourselves for the last 27years to serve Christian families like you.
Spirit Christian Academy is aUniversity-Model School(UMS). Students meet on campus 2-3 days a week for classroom instruction. On the other 2-3 weekdays, students engage in learning and further study at home under the guidance of the parent who serves as a co-teacher. Together they follow a teacher-generated lesson plan in a unique partnership that characterizes a UMS. Following the UMS schedule provides parents with quality time to invest in the educational process of their children.
SCA'smissionis to partner with parents to provide their students with a comprehensive, college preparatory education from a Christian perspective.SCA'svisionis threefold: to help students develop a meaningful relationship with Jesus; to prepare them in leadership education; and to partner with parents in the overall development of their students' character.

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How much does Spirit Christian Academy cost?

Spirit Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $6,991 for private students.

What schools are Spirit Christian Academy often compared to?

Spirit Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Red Hill Lutheran School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Spirit Christian Academy?

The acceptance rate of Spirit Christian Academy is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 83%.

What sports does Spirit Christian Academy offer?

Spirit Christian Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Flag Football and Volleyball.

What is Spirit Christian Academy's ranking?

Spirit Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Spirit Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Spirit Christian Academy is Aug. 25.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Orange, CA is $9,076 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Orange, CA is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).