The Gloria S. Friend Christian Academy (Closed 2025)

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The Gloria S. Friend Christian Academy (Closed 2025)

The Gloria S. Friend Christian Academy is located in the downtown area of Columbus, and is committed to bringing back to our society the power of school and family working together to build a Christian society for the future.

We believe in the Sovereignty of God as revealed in the works of His creation, and through His redemptive plan for salvation.

To empower God's children by pursuing excellence in education through quality instruction and strong Biblical teachings as it relates to value formation, a Christian lifestyle and worship, as well as a focus on multiculturalism with an emphasis on the African-American experience.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-6

Year Founded

1993

Student Body

Total Students

45 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

90%

State avg.: 25%

Students by Grade

The Gloria S. Friend Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

4 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

12 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Navy-pants/jumpers; White-dress shirt/blouse;

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,650

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

Assessment Fee: $20 Enrollment Fee:$60; Tuition: $4650; Multi-Siblings Discount 5%; Ohio EdChoice Participating School

% on Financial Aid

95%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$4,650

Admissions Director

Mrs. Nadia Reed

Admissions Associate

Mrs. Sheryl Thorne

School Notes

The Gloria S. Friend Christian Academy is located in the downtown area of Columbus, and is committed to bringing back to our society the power of school and family working together to build a Christian society for the future. We believe in the Sovereignty of God as revealed in the works of His creation, and through His redemptive plan for salvation. To empower God's children by pursuing excellence in education through quality instruction and strong Biblical teachings as it relates to value formation, a Christian lifestyle and worship, as well as a focus on multiculturalism with an emphasis on the African-American experience.

Source: Verified school update