Deford Christian Academy exists for the purpose of equipping individuals to live in harmony with the will of God and to apply unchanging Biblical principles to their lives.
The Staff--both paid and volunteers are truly dedicated to Christian Education.
We believe we are called by God to minister to the children who sit in our classrooms.
It is our goal to not only provide a quality education for the students, but more importantly, to nurture them in God's Word and help prepare them for a life of service to God.
It is our desire to be found faithful to our calling.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
44 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Deford Christian Academy exists for the purpose of equipping individuals to live in harmony with the will of God and to apply unchanging Biblical principles to their lives. The Staff--both paid and volunteers are truly dedicated to Christian Education. We believe we are called by God to minister to the children who sit in our classrooms. It is our goal to not only provide a quality education for the students, but more importantly, to nurture them in God's Word and help prepare them for a life of service to God. It is our desire to be found faithful to our calling.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Deford Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Deford Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
Endorse Deford Christian Academy. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
- Academic or athletic awards
Recent Articles

A Parent's Guide To Understanding High School Teaching Methods
This comprehensive guide helps parents navigate the various teaching methods used in today's high school classrooms. By understanding these approaches, you'll be better equipped to support your teen's learning journey, communicate effectively with teachers, and create a complementary learning environment at home.

February 08, 2025
Social Emotional Learning: Education's Hidden SymphonyA musician's perspective on Social Emotional Learning reveals how this educational framework orchestrates success through five essential emotional competencies.

January 24, 2025
A Roadmap For Starting A Private SchoolUse this roadmap as a set of talking points with your trusted mentors and professionals to start the private school of your dreams. You're not alone. Over the years, hundreds of folks like you have had the same dream. From Quintilian to Maria Montessori to Lucy Madeira Wing, visionary educators have established schools to teach according to their beliefs and methodologies.