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Sunrise Christian Academy

5500 E 45th St N
Wichita, KS 67220

Sunrise Christian Academy in Wichita, KS, serves 476 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a suburban community setting.

The co–educational school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 with 53 teachers supporting its regular elementary and secondary programs.

Founded in 1983, the academy operates with a Christian orientation and is affiliated with the Association of Christian Schools International and the National Independent Private Schools Association.

Tuition for the 2024 academic year is $25,000, above the Wichita average for private elementary and high schools.

Approximately 24% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting moderate diversity within the school population.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked KS School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 476 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Sunrise Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
National Independent Private Schools Association

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Year Founded

1983

Student Body

Total Students

476 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

24%

State avg.: 24%

Students by Grade

Sunrise Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

53 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$25,000

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Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Mascot: Buffalo

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dr. Robert Lindsted, Founder of Milk & Honey Ministries -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sunrise Christian Academy cost?

Sunrise Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from Sunrise Christian Academy?

Sunrise Christian Academy famous alumni include: Dr. Robert Lindsted, Founder of Milk & Honey Ministries.

What is Sunrise Christian Academy's ranking?

Sunrise Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Sunrise Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Sunrise Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked KS School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 476 students
Yearly Tuition: $25,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Wichita, KS is $14,368 for elementary schools and $17,535 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Wichita, KS is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).