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Parma Heights Christian Academy

8971 West Ridgewood Drive
Cleveland, OH 44130
Parma Heights Christian Academy in Cleveland, OH, is a coed Christian elementary and middle school serving Kindergarten through 8th grade with an enrollment of 208 students.
Founded in 1979, this suburban Cleveland private school has a studentteacher ratio of 15:1 and an average class size of 24.
Tuition is $6,000 per year, which is below the Cleveland average for private elementary schools.
The school's faculty includes 60% with advanced degrees, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for teacher qualifications.
Parma Heights Christian Academy is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International and offers a formal dress code in a suburban community setting.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 208 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,000
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2001

Student Body

Total Students
208 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Parma Heights Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
24 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
solid color polo shirt with khaki, navy or black pants, more formal on chapel days

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Discounts are given for multiple children, paying in full by August 1 or if a member of Parma Heights Baptist Church.

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

School Notes

  • School Motto: Preparing Children for God's Service
  • School Mascot: Warriors
  • PHCA is a Christian elementary and middle school for Kindergarten - Eighth Grade. In addition to the core subjects and Bible, every student receives music, physical education, art, computers and library at least once per week. All the classrooms have SMART board interactive systems. PHCA has before and after school care programs 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM to assist parents. We offer 4-8 grade athletics, an academic challenge/quiz team, and other clubs and activities. The school is a member of ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International) and chartered by the state of Ohio.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Parma Heights Christian Academy cost?
Parma Heights Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $6,000 for private students.
What sports does Parma Heights Christian Academy offer?
Parma Heights Christian Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Parma Heights Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Parma Heights Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5  
Excellent educational opportunities abound at PHCA. Strong spiritual leadership from the top down. Important focus on the individual child. We highly recommend you seek PHCA for a quality Christian school education for your child.
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 208 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,000
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Cleveland, OH is $8,214 for elementary schools and $12,193 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Cleveland, OH is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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