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Appalachian Christian Academy

168 SDA School Road
Manchester, KY 40962
Appalachian Christian Academy is a small Christian school in the mountains of Appalachia.
We have been educating children in Manchester for over 35 years.
We offer grades K-9 and are fully accredited by the state of Kentucky and by the National Council of 草榴社区 Schools Association.
We offer individually-tailored, differentiated, and hands-on learning experiences, as well as educational and cultural field trips, e.g.
concerts, musicals, Civil War reenactments, plays, museums, to local artisans, farms, outdoor school, musical festivals, service learning, etc.
Our goal is to graduate young people who have a balanced education in all areas: academic, spiritual, physical, emotional, and social.
They are encouraged to be critical thinkers, problem solvers, and good citizens of this world and also for heaven.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 23 students
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia; mild speech, language based or learning differences
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
23 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 13%
Students by Grade
Appalachian Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki or navy slacks, skirts; solid color polo shirts

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Textbook fee of $175. Registration fee of $150. Tuition $205/month for non-constituent, $155/month for constituent
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School Notes

  • Our school offers the following:
  • Low student to teacher ratio
  • Multigrade classrooms
  • Caring teachers
  • Individualized help and attention
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Many outdoor activities, such as play, games, gardening, outdoor learning
  • Educational field trips
  • Service Learning Activities/Trips
  • Spanish, art, music
  • Family atmosphere
  • Zero tolerance to bullying
  • DWS/Soul Shapers Discipline Plan, encouraging students to self-control, self-discipline
  • Home School Friday Program that includes art, Spanish, music (choir, bells), recess
Source: Verified school update

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

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 23 students
  • Average class size: 8 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Kentucky is $8,979 for elementary schools and $9,537 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Kentucky is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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