Faith Christian Academy vs. Denver Christian School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Faith Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:
Denver Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
Overview
Elementary School (K-5) and Middle School (6-8) School culture - priotizizing safety, caring teachers, and support for success in academics, arts, and athletics for students to become prepared for life ahead of them
Smaller class sizes - creating a safe and productive learning environment, fostering lifelong success
Strong academic focus - offering advanced courses and support for our students
Spiritual focus - guiding students to have a closer relationship with Jesus Christ through Bible classes and outreach projects
Various extra-curricular and co-curricular opportunities - allowing students to discover and use their God-given gifts
Denver Christian School is a preschool-12th grade campus offering new educational opportunities.
Key among them is the opportunity to fully align our curriculum, enhancing our ability to offer students a seamless, consistent, and complete PK-12 education.
A single-site operational model allows us to optimize our support services, mentoring, and student-partnering programs, while the additional space enhances our current educational programs by providing significant flexible classroom and learning spaces.
New programming opportunities associated with our campus includes enhanced arts and athletic programs; increased access to cultural, service, and authentic learning experiences; and expanded offerings in the areas of vocational education.
Grades Offered
K-8
K-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
n/a
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Dyslexia / Learning Differences / Please call us... we may be able to help
Year Founded
1972
1916
Students Body
Total Students
870 students
687 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
22%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Kindergarten Students
40
49
Grade 1 Students
46
54
Grade 2 Students
50
49
Grade 3 Students
40
58
Grade 4 Students
46
49
Grade 5 Students
82
28
Grade 6 Students
57
71
Grade 7 Students
70
72
Grade 8 Students
102
52
Grade 9 Students
84
67
Grade 10 Students
85
40
Grade 11 Students
78
67
Grade 12 Students
90
31
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
97 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
20%
60%
Average Class Size
100
18
Number of AP Classes
n/a
7
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:15
1:7
Average ACT score
24
26
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
(Neat, clean and in good repair)
(Neat, clean and in good repair)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$9,000
$11,000
Tuition Notes
For the most current tuition costs: https://www.gofaitheagles.com/admissions/tuition/
Tuition starting at $ for 3,315 PreK, up to $12,70for High School. Rates % changes yearly.
% on Financial Aid
10%
40%
Average Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$3,000
Acceptance Rate
95%
80%
Admissions Director
Laurie Kjeldgaard
Carrie Johnson
Admissions Associate
Alexa Porter
Sandie Posthumus
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13
10
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
5
14
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Band, Choir, International Club, National Junior Honor Society, Robotics
Art Club, Book Club, Chess Club, Debate Club, Drama Performance, Engineering Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Jazz Band, Music (Band, Choirs) National and International Performance Trips, National Honor Society, Spritiual Emphasis Activities and Service Projects, Student Council, Student Council, Yearbook Club