First Baptist Christian School (2026 Profile)

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First Baptist Christian School

11400 Lagrange Rd
Elyria, OH 44035

Tel: (440) 458-5185

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First Baptist Christian School is a ministry of First Baptist Church of Elyria.

FBCS, a college preparatory school established in 1976, has ministered in the lives of numerous students since its inception.

FBCS's education is focused on preparing young people to serve God wherever He may call them.

FBCS achieves this goal by having each subject presented from a Biblical view.

In addition, Bible classes are a vital part of every student's day.

Beyond all of the core academic courses, FBCS also offers over 20 specialized electives.

All elective classes can be viewed in the courses section.

FBCS has specialized teachers for all of its art, music, and physical education classes.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 234 students
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Year Founded

1976

Colors

White, Red

School Calendar

Campus Size

34 acres

Student Body

Total Students

234 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 25%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

15 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

BasketballSoccer

Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Drama ProgramStudent Council

Yearbook Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Band ProgramChoir

School Notes

First Baptist Christian School is a ministry of First Baptist Church of Elyria. FBCS, a college preparatory school established in 1976, has ministered in the lives of numerous students since its inception. FBCS's education is focused on preparing young people to serve God wherever He may call them. FBCS achieves this goal by having each subject presented from a Biblical view. In addition, Bible classes are a vital part of every student's day. Beyond all of the core academic courses, FBCS also offers over 20 specialized electives. All elective classes can be viewed in the courses section. FBCS has specialized teachers for all of its art, music, and physical education classes.

Source: Verified school update

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First Baptist Christian School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.

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The application deadline for First Baptist Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 234 students
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Lorain County, OH is $5,883 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Lorain County, OH is 95% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).