Christian Core Academy is a vibrant, Christ centered school that believes in a Biblical worldview and acknowledges God as both the Creator and Sustainer of all life.
CCA offers the Core Knowledge curriculum with a modified schedule for K-8th grades that meets Monday - Thursday from 7:50am - 12:15pm with seat work coming home in the afternoon and on Fridays.
CCA also offers two Pre-Kindergarten classes on Monday/Wednesday and Tuesday/Thursday from 8am - 12pm.
Tours are offered on the website or by email request.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
78 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Modest
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Pre-k $180/mth
K-5th $365/mth
6-8th $380/month
*discounted rate for younger sibling enrollment
Application URL
School Notes
Mission Statement:
Training the hearts and minds of children using the Core Knowledge curriculum taught from a Biblical worldview.Our desire for our children is that they
Training the hearts and minds of children using the Core Knowledge curriculum taught from a Biblical worldview.Our desire for our children is that they
- Love the Lord God with all their heart, soul and mind. (Matt. 22:37)
- Be educated in a way that honors God and His truth. (Eph. 6:4)
- Discover their unique gifts with which God has equipped them in Christ and that they use those gifts not for their glory and edification, but for the glory of the Lord and the furthering of His kingdom. (Eph. 2:10)
- Be able to intelligently defend their faith and know why they believe what they believe. (1 John 4:1)
- Be counter-culture in a way that points the world to the Lord, Jesus Christ. (Matt 5:14, Rom. 12:2)
- Providing an environment both at home and school that is Christ-centered and one that honors God.
- Providing a rich curriculum that promotes excellence in learning and the pursuit of truth.Acknowledging they belong to the Lord and He is the one who has equipped them with their unique gifts for His purposes.
- Praying for them as we guide them according to His will and purposes.
- Helping them to learn to reason logically and to discern truth.Teaching them to be in the world but not of the world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Christian Core Academy often compared to?
Christian Core Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Christian Core Academy?
The application deadline for Christian Core Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest preschool is Discovery Montessori (0.4 miles away)
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