Joshua Christian Academy (2025 Profile)

1740 Garfield Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316

Joshua Christian Academy serves 139 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).

The student:teacher of Joshua Christian Academy is 6:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Christian.

Quick Stats (2025)

Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 139 students
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

2010

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

View Summer Program Details

School Calendar

View School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

139 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

75%

State avg.: 16%

Students by Grade

Joshua Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

24 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform required

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Sports

Total Sports Offered

5 sports

Sports

Archery, Basketball, Football, Volleyball, Weightlifting

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Joshua Christian Academy offer a summer program?

Yes, Joshua Christian Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Joshua Christian Academy offer?

Joshua Christian Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Football, Volleyball and Weightlifting.

When is the application deadline for Joshua Christian Academy?

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

In what neighborhood is Joshua Christian Academy located?

Joshua Christian Academy is located in the Martin Luther King Junior Park neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.

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