Athens Christian Academy is a school that meets the academic needs of children, grades K-8.
In conjunction with parents, the academy seeks the highest academic standards in an environment that promotes the basic tenets of the Christian faith.
Our desire is that through academic excellence and nurturing of the spirit, each child will reach his/her God-given potential.
ACA uses a variety of proven Christian and secular curricula as a key element in our successful learning equation.
The Board of Directors, administrator, teachers, and staff of ACA confess and affirm the central beliefs and truths of the Christian faith and seek to honor those truths throughout the school.
Students have access to computers, hands-on science lab, and library each week.
Spanish and fine arts are also taught weekly. All grade levels attend physical education classes daily, and our upper grades are instructed in study skills.
ACA does not offer special education classes at this time.
Students are required to wear school uniforms. All staff and students enjoy chapel weekly.
Other activities include regional field trips, community service projects, and student competitions.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Year Founded
1996
Student Body
Total Students
69 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
23%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniforms required
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid
32%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,600
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Clubtastic on Mondays
School Notes
- Athens Christian Academy does not discriminate on the basis of national or ethnic origin, race, or color in administration of its educational policies, financial aid programs, or other school administered programs. The Christian learning environment is the number one reason parents send their children to the academy. Parents understand that it is more important than ever to include moral character developement as an elementary principle in their child's education. When Christianity is integrated into the educational process, the emphasis goes far beyond test scores. In this atmospere, there are fewer discipline problems, and that translates into more time for learning. Students reach a higher level of academic achievement at the acadmy.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Athens Christian Academy often compared to?
Athens Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Athens Christian Preparatory Academy, Payne Springs Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Athens Christian Academy offer?
Athens Christian Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Golf, Soccer and Tennis.
When is the application deadline for Athens Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Athens Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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