Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,200
- 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 Nursery/Preschool-5
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
184 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
12 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition rate listed is for K - 5th grades. Tuition for Preschool, Pre-K and Kindergarten is less than tuition for 1st - 5th grades.
% on Financial Aid
18%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,500
Admissions Director
Beth Lydon
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Adventure KidsCARES Club - Community Service
School Notes
- School Motto: Christopher Academy鈥earners Today. Leaders Tomorrow.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Christopher Academy cost?
Christopher Academy's tuition is approximately $8,200 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Christopher Academy?
The application deadline for Christopher Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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