GracePointe Christian Academy (formally known as "Chapel in the Hills") was established in 1980.
We have served multitudes of families in southwest Tucson.
For three decades we have provided quality instruction and a caring environment at an affordable price.
Our primary purpose is to train students in the knowledge of God and the Christian way of life while giving them an excellent education.
We offer a comprehensive quality curriculum developed to nurture children Biblically and to create a STRONG academic foundation.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Mar. 15 / May. 30
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
GracePointe Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 27, 2027
Campus Size
7 acres
Student Body
Total Students
79 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Mar. 15 / May. 30
Tuition Notes
No scholarships available for preschool students. Registration fee $300 and $5,200 annually for Preschool.
Scholarships are available for elementary students. Registration fee $500 and $6,500 for Kindergarten annually for Elementary. Registration fee $050 and $7,000 for 1st-5th grade annually for Elementary.
Admissions Director
Lisa LaRoque
Admissions Associate
Tonya Lizarraga
Application URL
School Notes
GracePointe Christian Academy (formally known as "Chapel in the
Hills") was established in 1980. We have served multitudes of
families in southwest Tucson. For three decades we have provided
quality instruction and a caring environment at an affordable
price. Our primary purpose is to train students in the knowledge of
God and the Christian way of life while giving them an excellent
education. We offer a comprehensive quality curriculum developed to
nurture children Biblically and to create a STRONG academic
foundation.
We offer:
We offer:
- Licensed Preschool for ages 3 and 4 years
- Elementary- Kindergarten through 5th grade
- Small student to teacher ratio
- Solid Christian training and academic foundation (Abeka and Purposeful Design)
- An accepting, caring, and nurturing staff
- We strive to create a desire for the love of learning in your child
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for GracePointe Christian Academy?
The application deadline for GracePointe Christian Academy is Mar. 15 / May. 30.
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