Red Lion Christian Academy exists to glorify God by supporting Christian families in training and educating students so that Christ may reign supreme in every aspect of their lives.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked DE School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 942 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Red Lion Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1980
Student Body
Total Students
942 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
11 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB (I), AP Calculus BC (II), AP English Literature, AP European History, AP History (US), AP Language & Composition, AP Physics B (non-Calculus based), AP Physics C (Calculus based), AP Statistics
Average SAT score
1290
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Flynn & O'Hara Uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition Rates
Daycare - $210-$230/weekPreschool - $4,200-$6995K-12th Grade - $7995-$10,350
Admissions Director
Jennifer St. Jean
Admissions Associate
Emily Velez
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
28 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Elementary - 4th & 5th Grade Band, Elementary - After School Choir, HS - 10th - 12th Grade Math League, HS - 11th & 12th Grade Student Senate, HS - 9th Grade Math League, HS - All State Band, HS - All State Choir, HS - Community Service, HS - Marching Band, HS - Mock Trial, HS - Poetry Out Loud Competition, HS - Select Ensemble Choir, HS - Sr. National Honor Society, HS - Tri M Society, HS - Vocal Jazz, HS - Worship Team, HS - Yearbook, HS/MS - ACSI Fine Arts Competition, HS/MS - All State Theater, HS/MS - Band, HS/MS - Choir, HS/MS - Jefferson Awards, HS/MS - Math Olympiad, HS/MS - School Musical, HS/MS - Science Olympiad, MS - Jr. National Honor Society, MS - Math League, MS - Spelling Bee Competition
School Notes
- Christ centered, Biblically based
- Daycarethrough 12th grades
- Financial Needs Based Assistance
- Strong academic program with Honors and AP courses
- Steam/Engineering Pathway
- Culinary Pathway
- Before/After Care available
- Bus transportation
- New athletic stadium, turf field and on-site media center
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Red Lion Christian Academy offer?
Red Lion Christian Academy offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Red Lion Christian Academy's ranking?
Red Lion Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Red Lion Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Red Lion Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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