San Jacinto Christian Academy vs. Ascension Academy
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School Overview
School
Top Rankings
San Jacinto Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Ascension Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
Overview
San Jacinto Christian Academy was founded in 1982. It is an independent, Christ-centered, college preparatory day school.
San Jacinto Christian Academy exists to assist parents in training young people to know and love Jesus Christ, to follow Him in life, and to become positive, productive members of the coming generation.
Ascension Academy provides a proven college preparatory program for students in grades 6-12 in an environment of respect and inclusion to maximize the potential of each student.
Grounded in our four pillars as Scholars, Artists, Athletes, and Leaders, Ascension students become confident, collaborative, lifelong learners who are well-prepared for success in college and in life.At Ascension, you'll find a close-knit community that recognizes each student's individual gifts and talents.
Students feel safe to be themselves in small classes and grow as individuals, with many opportunities to be involved in everything that Ascension has to offer. -the sky's the limit!.
Grades Offered
PK-12
6-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
No
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia/Language-based & Mild LD
n/a
Year Founded
1982
2000
Students Body
Total Students
294 students
133 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
37%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
32
-
Kindergarten Students
21
-
Grade 1 Students
16
-
Grade 2 Students
15
-
Grade 3 Students
15
-
Grade 4 Students
21
-
Grade 5 Students
15
-
Grade 6 Students
14
26
Grade 7 Students
29
19
Grade 8 Students
23
23
Grade 9 Students
20
21
Grade 10 Students
25
18
Grade 11 Students
23
11
Grade 12 Students
25
15
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
33 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
n/a
60%
Average Class Size
15
11
Number of AP Classes
n/a
13
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:9
1:4
Average SAT score
n/a
1290
Average ACT score
n/a
29
Classroom Dress Code
n/a
Casual
(Relaxed and formal uniform attire)
(Relaxed and formal uniform attire)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
n/a
$13,750
Tuition Notes
Tuition rates vary depending on grade. Please contact the Admissions office for details.
Ascension offers Customized Tuition as the solution for many families who are willing to make the investment in their student\'s education, but who also need a personalized tuition level. Customized Tuition is a process to personalize tuition for a family, based on their specific financial profile. The range for Customized Tuition for 2024-2025 is $6,750-$13,750Additional Fees:
$100 Application Fee
$1,000 One-time Tuition Deposit
% on Financial Aid
n/a
38%
Average Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$4,700
Acceptance Rate
n/a
90%
Admissions Director
Mrs. Lisa Williamson
Katy Reid/Ascension Academy
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13
12
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
4
21
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Bible Study Groups, National Honor Society, Praise Team, StuCo
Art Club, Beginning and Advanced Band, Community Service, Cum Laude Society, Debate Club, Junior Classical League, Latin Club, Math Counts, Model United Nations, MS and HS Choirs, MS and HS Science Bowl, MS and HS Theater, National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Orchestra (I,II and III), Robotics Club, Spanish Club, Student Council, Studio Art, TAME, TAPPS Academic Competition