Friendship Christian School is a leader in Christian education in the Greater Atlanta Area.
FCS has seen impressive growth since its inception. Offering excellence in academics, extra-curricular activities and athletics programs for grades Pre-Kindergarten through Twelfth grade all within a Christian environment distinguishes FCS. We are a leader in the I-20 international program department.
Friendship Christian School is a non-denominational school and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International and is accredited by the Georgia Accrediting Commission.
Friendship Christian School has a high college acceptance rate with great scholarships.
Friendship Christian School offers numerous AP classes and dual enrollment college classes that allow high school students to get college credit for free.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked GA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,838
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Friendship Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Delayed Learning Only
Year Founded
2008
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
279 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
17 students
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Online AP classes available through Switched Online
Average SAT score
1247
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Plaid, khaki pants, polo shirts, Chapel attire
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,838
Tuition Notes
K 4 Tuition (Includes books) $6,817
Kindergarten Tuition (Includes books) $8,812 Elementary Tuition (Includes books) $10,500
Middle School Tuition (Includes books) $11,080 High School Tuition (Includes books) $11,838
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Alla Rudishina
Admissions Associate
Clayton Shaw
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Dual Enrollment Program, Honor Society, HOSA, Math Club, Technology Club, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Advanced Art, Choir/Advanced Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Sports camps
Dual Enrollment Program, Honor Society, HOSA, Math Club, Technology Club, Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Advanced Art, Choir/Advanced Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Sports camps
School Notes
- Dear Perspective Family, Thank you for prayerfully considering Friendship Christian School. We would love to meet with you personally and show you the school. We offer tours Tuesday through Friday at 10:00 and 1:00. Interviews and later tour times are available by appointment. Our Christ centered education and a four pillar base that is designed to partner with families and to build character, faith, academia knowledge, talents, and gifts for the Lord.
- First, we are Christ focused and have supporting opportunities for discipleship, evangelism, and outreach. We provide daily Bible classes for each grade. We have a weekly chapel that encourages, grows, imparts knowledge and engages students and adults. We provide opportunity for youth connections to missions and missionaries. We are a great picture of the body of Christ. We are a non-denominational school representing many Christian faiths that are all centered in the Word of God.
- We are training students from all over the world with more than 17 countries represented at our school. We are training students to change the world in which they have been called to. We focus on languages, leadership, discipleship, and Christian character. We feel students will reach for the spiritual and academic goals you set for them. Because of this belief, we specifically set our students up to encounter great things, spiritually, academically, and relationally. We present the academic bar above the GA core requirements.
- Our next pillar is relationships. We focus on relationship with God, building disciples, relationship with other students, and relationships with parents to develop young men and women who have a passion for God and His kingdom.
- Lastly, we focus on the development of gifts and talents. Our FCS family and community lay the groundwork for the partnership in academics, socialization, and being a part of a great place to grow young men and women God`s way.
- Please let us know of any way in which we might help you in your search for the right Christian school for your children or grandchildren. At different points in our website, you will find various points of contact. Please feel free to make these connections. For the I-20 program and exchange students, call and make an appointment to see what we have to offer.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Friendship Christian School cost?
Friendship Christian School's tuition is approximately $11,838 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Friendship Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Friendship Christian School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
What sports does Friendship Christian School offer?
Friendship Christian School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Friendship Christian School's ranking?
Friendship Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Friendship Christian School?
The application deadline for Friendship Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 4/5/2020
This school is amazing! My child's scores have increased, and she is being taught not only how to improve academically but how to make better decisions in life. No school is perfect but the admin team in place is one of the best anywhere. I am thankful for their leadership, kindness and love for our family. The teachers are caring and strive to raise the bar in academics. They teach strong Christian values as well. My child graduated from this school 2 years ago and now my youngest is set to graduate. I have been a part of this family many years. This is not a second chance school. This is a first choice school that holds students accountable.
5 1/2/2020
Best school in the Forsyth area. Amazing staff.
5 8/12/2019
We will be in FCS for 10 years and absolutely love this school, teachers, and atmosphere! FCS has high standards, strong academics, true & loving teachers, and most of all it is CHRIST center which is so important to my family! Three of my children attend FCS and it has become our family! Parents of 3 FCS students.
5 8/8/2019
Wonderful Christian school. Perfect place for those that believe God must be included in the education. Excellent education, outstanding fine arts department and sports activities. Great caring teachers and staff. Very well organized institution. My kids are so blessed to be able to attend this school for couple years already. We love FCS.
5 3/2/2019
My child is attending first year at this school. She is actually excited to get up everyday to go to school. And this alone says a lot. I feel like each student is prepared academically as well as spiritually to face their dreams. Great family like atmosphere.
5 11/24/2017
Very international school with tons of college options! 100% recommend everyone check them out.
5 3/22/2017
I love this school. They have a great ESL program for my kids!
5 2/25/2017
Excellent School that has a lot to offer every child no matter the age. I love the community and programs this school has to offer. Moreover, they helped bring my student to America in only 2 weeks! Excellent well-educated staff that teaches from a Biblical perspective. Most, if not all, of the teachers have masters degrees and tons of experience. Love this place!
5 5/21/2015
Great school! They have good qualified teachers that really work 1 on 1 with you. They have a great ESL program and offer good AP classes that you can take online. I looked at other schools in the area and FCS is a reasonably priced school with great education. Funny, my friend goes to a 40k a year school and my HS diploma has the same GCA stamp as his. I paid 1/4 his price and got a good quality education with the same standards. I 100% recommend this school. Every student learns another language, every teacher works hard to help you, its a good and safe environment. This college prep school is a jewel in north Atlanta.
5 10/6/2012
hi . do you accept an international student? my frinend wants to entrance your school. they have lived in south korea. plese answer me thanks
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