Good Shepherd Christian Academy is a Christian co–ed private school in Elkins, WV, serving students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a town setting.
The school enrolls 24 students with a student–teacher ratio of 3:1, supported by 7 teachers.
Good Shepherd Christian Academy is affiliated with Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) and follows a Christian religious orientation.
Located in a remote town community, the school provides education across the full K–12 grade span.
Compared to other Elkins private schools, it has one of the lowest student–teacher ratios, supporting individualized instruction.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
24 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Good Shepherd Christian Academy often compared to?
Good Shepherd Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Highland Adventist School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Good Shepherd Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Good Shepherd Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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14 Brookside Drive
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 591-4554
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 591-4554
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(304) 591-4554
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14 Brookside Drive
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(304) 591-4554
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(304) 591-4554
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