Citrus Heights Academy: ENJOYS a K-12 enrollment of about 60- 90 students, with a small, family feel
TEACHES a Christian worldview that is Biblically based PROVIDES great electives, including, art, theater, personal leadership, PE, & financial foundations
BENEFITS from small class sizes with time for individualized, one-on-one attention
COMMUNICATES consistently with personal communication between students, teachers, and parents
OFFERS a competitive tuition ACCEPTS McKay, Step Up and Gardiner scholarships
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked FL School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,000
- Average class size: 9 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Citrus Heights Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1999
Colors
Green and Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. May 26, 2027
Student Body
Total Students
72 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 48%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
9 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
CHA polo with khaki pants
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$200 New Enrollment Fee
$300 Curriculum Fee
Admissions Director
Tammy Lane
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Olympic weightlifting team
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Citrus Heights Academy cost?
Citrus Heights Academy's tuition is approximately $8,000 for private students and $1,500 for summer students.
What sports does Citrus Heights Academy offer?
Citrus Heights Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Volleyball and Weightlifting.
What is Citrus Heights Academy's ranking?
Citrus Heights Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Citrus Heights Academy?
The application deadline for Citrus Heights Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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