Arrowhead Christian Academy was founded in 2000 with the prayer that God would use the school to raise up young people that will serve the Lord Jesus Christ.
Located in Glendale, Arizona the school is at the crossroads of the Interstate 17 and the Loop 101, and is supported by Northwest Valley Baptist Church of Glendale, parents and individual donors.
A K-12 school offers Bible-based training to all students. Our purpose is to offer a Biblically based education preparing the students to serve the Lord in the ministry or in a career of His leading.
Arrowhead Christian Academy exists as a ministry of Northwest Valley Baptist Church for parents and young people who sincerely desire a Biblically based education.
ACA's purpose is to glorify God by providing an educational environment for developing balanced, discerning, and maturing Christian servants.
While the Bible is our foundation, a statement of faith is a summary of our beliefs.
It is written to help us express our understanding and commitment to key truths of the Bible.
It is also written to help other people clarify their relationship to us.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
195 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Arrowhead Christian Academy was founded in 2000 with the prayer that God would use the school to raise up young people that will serve the Lord Jesus Christ. Located in Glendale, Arizona the school is at the crossroads of the Interstate 17 and the Loop 101, and is supported by Northwest Valley Baptist Church of Glendale, parents and individual donors. A K-12 school offers Bible-based training to all students. Our purpose is to offer a Biblically based education preparing the students to serve the Lord in the ministry or in a career of His leading. Arrowhead Christian Academy exists as a ministry of Northwest Valley Baptist Church for parents and young people who sincerely desire a Biblically based education. ACA's purpose is to glorify God by providing an educational environment for developing balanced, discerning, and maturing Christian servants. While the Bible is our foundation, a statement of faith is a summary of our beliefs. It is written to help us express our understanding and commitment to key truths of the Bible. It is also written to help other people clarify their relationship to us.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Arrowhead Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Arrowhead Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Arrowhead Christian Academy located?
Arrowhead Christian Academy is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 3 other private schools located in Deer Valley.
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