Grace Christian Academy vs. Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Grace Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
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Advanced Degrees
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Bishop Mcnamara Catholic High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
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Overview
GCA assists families in providing a sound education for their children through the integration of faith and learning.
GCA is committed to teaching a Biblical worldview in the development of basic spiritual, intellectual, physical, and social skills.
Bishop McNamara High School exists primarily to serve the Catholic Christian community of the Kankakee area, while welcoming students of all faiths.
A strong sense of community based on Christian love, care, concern, and sacrifice, unites students, parents, alumni, faculty, and administrators.
Through a synthesis of faith, culture and life, students are challenged and empowered to commit themselves to sharing the Good News.
Grades Offered
PK-12
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
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Learning Difference Programs
Yes
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Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia/Mild Learning Differences
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Year Founded
1973
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Students Body
Total Students
241 students
743 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
30%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
28
80
Kindergarten Students
18
51
Grade 1 Students
17
41
Grade 2 Students
16
46
Grade 3 Students
21
40
Grade 4 Students
13
51
Grade 5 Students
12
-
Grade 6 Students
13
67
Grade 7 Students
13
49
Grade 8 Students
11
-
Grade 9 Students
24
80
Grade 10 Students
23
82
Grade 11 Students
19
70
Grade 12 Students
13
86
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
38 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
95%
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Average Class Size
16
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Teacher : Student Ratio
1:8
1:20
Average ACT score
22
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Classroom Dress Code
Casual
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Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$4,700
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Tuition Notes
This is the Elementary rate. Registration, technology fees, testing fees, fundraising fees, and book fees are included in this cost. High school is $4840.
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% on Financial Aid
10%
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Average Financial Aid Grant
$500
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Acceptance Rate
95%
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Admissions Director
Aaron Most
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Admissions Associate
Julie Betz
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
5
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