Thank you for considering Canaan Christian Academy as the school for the education of your children.
If possible, plan a visit to our campus to see for yourself what God is doing in the lives of our students.
We are thrilled to be a ministry where God is at work in the lives of our students, their families, and our teachers/staff.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,100
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia and other minor learning disabilities
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
193 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
15 students
Average SAT score
1160
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
24
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
75%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,600
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
7th and 8th Grade Consumer Skills ClubHonor Society
School Notes
- Thank you for considering Canaan Christian Academy as the school for the education of your children.
- If possible, plan a visit to our campus to see for yourself what God is doing in the lives of our students.
- We are thrilled to be a ministry where God is at work in the lives of our students, their families, and our teachers/staff.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Canaan Christian Academy cost?
Canaan Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $5,100 for private students.
What schools are Canaan Christian Academy often compared to?
Canaan Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like St. Vincent's School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Canaan Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Canaan Christian Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What sports does Canaan Christian Academy offer?
Canaan Christian Academy offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Canaan Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Canaan Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: Canaan Christian Academy vs. St. Vincent's School
The nearest high school to Canaan Christian Academy is Gregory the Great Academy (10.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is La Salle Academy (8.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Edison Early Learning Center (7.9 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Edison Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
227 Pike St
Carbondale, PA 18407
(570) 282-5370
Carbondale, PA 18407
(570) 282-5370
7.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 64 students
La Salle Academy ![La Salle Academy Photo - Primary Dickson City]( "La Salle Academy Photo - Primary Dickson City")
(Catholic)
309 1st Avenue
Jessup, PA 18434
(570) 489-2010
Jessup, PA 18434
(570) 489-2010
8.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 244 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 14
St. Vincent's School
(Catholic)
329 Cliff Street
Honesdale, PA 18431
(570) 253-1074
Honesdale, PA 18431
(570) 253-1074
9.8 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 162 students Tuition listed
Rt 6 Scranton Carbondale Hwy
Olyphant, PA 18447
(570) 489-5273
Olyphant, PA 18447
(570) 489-5273
10.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 35 students
Abington Christian Academy ![Abington Christian Academy Photo]( "Abington Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
3364 Scranton Carbondale Hwy Blakely Pa
Carbondale, PA 18447
(570) 586-5270
Carbondale, PA 18447
(570) 586-5270
10.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 52 students Avg. class size: 8 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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