Clifton Christian Academy (2025 Profile)

3798 Clifton Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45220

Cincinnati Junior Academy (CJA) is a state-accredited Christian school that focuses on the quality education of children in grades K-8.

Our mission is to provide a high-quality education in a Christian environment.

The board, faculty, and staff value and instill in our students respect for others, responsibility, integrity, and compassion.

Cincinnati Junior Academy is sponsored by the Clifton Seventh-day Adventist Church and the Ohio Conference of Seventh-day Adventists.

It is fully accredited by the State of Ohio and by the Ohio Conference Department of Education.

CJA itself, is a small Christian school where your child will be in a multi-grade classroom with a relaxed and welcoming family atmosphere.

Multi-grade classrooms support the social and emotional development of students.

Behavior problems are minimized because older children know the rules and can model for younger children.

Children learn to get along with others of various ages.

Quick Stats (2025)

Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 52 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Seventh Day Adventist

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students

52 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

96%

State avg.: 25%

Students by Grade

Clifton Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

4 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Clifton Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Clifton Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Clifton Christian Academy located?

Clifton Christian Academy is located in the Clifton neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 2 other private schools located in Clifton.

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