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Christian Central Academy

39 Academy St Buffalo, NY 14221
Tel: (716) 634-4821 Ext. 100

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 245 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,115
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
Christian Central Academy Photo #1 - Front view of our main building, from Academy Street.
Christian Central Academy Photo #2 - Built in 2004, our Emmanuel Athletic Facility includes a Wellness Center, Kurt A. De Witt Memorial Playground, tennis court and soccer field.
Christian Central Academy Photo #3 - Inside the Emmanuel Athletic Facility, built in 2004.
Christian Central Academy Photo #4 - CCA's campus expanded in 2006 with the blessing of the 5830 Main Street building (immediately across School Street from the Main Building), which is currently home to the William G. Young Memorial Library and the George C. Weydman, III Suite for Art (both on first floor).
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 245 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,115
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Christian Central Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1949
School Motto
Christian Central Academy will provide an environment in which the faculty, staff, and students will grow 'in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men.' (Luke 2:52)

Student Body

Total Students
245 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
35%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
65%
Average Class Size
15 students
Average SAT score
1230
(Out of 1600)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki/navy chino-type pants or walking shorts. Girls: similar pants or shorts, specific skirts, skorts or jumpers. Tops for all-solid long/short sleeve polos, collared shirts/blouses, or turtlenecks.
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Biology Calculus
European History Physics
US History2 year Capstone course (Seminar & Research)
ChemistryComputer Science Principles
English LanguageEnglish Literature
GovernmentSpanish

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition for the 2026–2027 school year varies by grade level, with Kindergarten through Grade 12 tuition ranging from $8,798 to $12,968 annually. Pre-K tuition is $4,132 for the half-day program. Multi-student discounts are available, and tuition assistance and other affordability opportunities are available to qualifying families. The application fee is $85 per new student and is non-refundable. Tuition and fees are subject to change annually.
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Miss. Sherita Crawford
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Crusader

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
18 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Annual high school retreatclass fundraisers
Council of Prefects and MentorsHomecoming
See-You-At-The-Polesenior mission trip to Dominican Republic
Service-to-the-Community Leaf Raking DaySpiritual Life Emphasis Week
Talent Show


Club or Organization:
Book ClubDrama Club
Enrichment WeekLifting Club
Mock Trial TeamNational Honor Society


Arts and Music Programs:
Musical ProductionsNew York State School Music Association


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ski Club

School Notes

  • Christian Central Academy is an independent, inter-denominational, college preparatory Christian school for students in PreK through grade twelve.
  • CCA is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
  • A member of the Association of Christian Schools International, CCA provides a strong academic program within an evangelical Christian perspective. CCA is approved to enroll international students and invites their applications. See website for details (under "Admissions").
  • Founded in 1949, Christian Central Academy is an independent, interdenominational, PreK12 Christian school located in Williamsville, New York. For more than 75 years, CCA has partnered with families to provide a strong academic education rooted in a distinctly biblical worldview, with the goal of seeing each student "grow in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man" (Luke 2:52).CCA is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, with accreditation renewed through 2032, and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
  • Serving approximately 240 students from communities across Western New York, CCA offers a rigorous college-preparatory academic program alongside opportunities in athletics, music, fine arts, spiritual formation, service, and student leadership.
  • Small class sizes and a close-knit school community allow faculty and staff to know students personally while encouraging them to grow academically, spiritually, socially, and physically.At CCA, faith is not simply an addition to the school day-it is woven throughout the educational experience.
  • Students are challenged to think critically, pursue excellence, and develop a Christ-centered, biblically grounded worldview that prepares them to serve and lead wherever God calls them.CCA welcomes families from a wide range of communities and church backgrounds, as well as international students. Financial assistance is available to qualifying families as part of CCA's commitment to making Christian education accessible to more families throughout Western New York.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Christian Central Academy cost?
Christian Central Academy's tuition is approximately $7,115 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Christian Central Academy?
The acceptance rate of Christian Central Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.
What sports does Christian Central Academy offer?
Christian Central Academy offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Football, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting. Christian Central Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Christian Central Academy?
The application deadline for Christian Central Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (8 reviews)
5  
The teachers truly care about my children and go out of their way to teach, mentor, coach, and pray with my kids. Do I pay tuition? Yes. Is it worth it? YES YES YES! Having a school that is teaching my kids in line with my beliefs and values while also scoring top academic rankings is a privilege. I am beyond grateful. I have 2 children attending CCA and have been part of this community for 7 years now. I wouldn't have my children anywhere else. (side note: I live in a good school district yet am still overwhelmingly willing to pay tuition to have my children in this family-style environment!)
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5  
As a parent, we feel like we are part a community of like minded families who share a common desire "to teach a child in the way they should go." Parents bring their children to CCA because of the Christ-centered environment, the excellence biblically based curriculum and all the activities CCA is able to provide. All this enhances what is being taught a home and at church.
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5  
My wife and I have been very happy with Christian Central Academy and the education our two kids have received. The class sizes are fantastic and the teachers are able to really get to know the kids and work with them individually. The school has a wonderful family feel and has instilled compassion and service within the kids. Most importantly, the children have been taught God`s word, keeping Christ as the main focus. This is a great place to send your kids!
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5  
Our family was in search of a school with small class size for our child. We love that the class sizes at CCA are intentionally kept small to foster individualized attention and a close-knit family-like environment for the students. The advantage of class-size is huge. There is great diversity in the student body and there is a growing international-student program. CCA`s educational philosophy embraces a well-rounded holistic educational experience for students. That is exactly what we wish for our child - to be nurtured in mind, heart and soul. The teachers are highly qualified, caring and exceptional within their area of expertise. Parents have many opportunities to get involved and serve alongside their children. While no school is perfect we have found CCA to be a pretty wonderful place for our child to grow and learn. Because our experience has been so positive, we highly recommend anyone looking for a private school to visit. Our child is thriving at this school!
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5  
CCA fully prepared me to succeed at an extremely challenging college. I always felt like I had teachers that truly cared about me, and were invested in my life. CCA does not have the greatest resources of any school in WNY, but what they do they do well. Solid academics, sports, and spiritual guidance, and the ability to grow close with your classmates because of the school's size. Senior trip to the Dominican Republic is also an incredible opportunity. CCA certainly isn't perfect - nothing is - but I am grateful for the years I spent there. They served me very well.
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5  
Our kids (9 and 7) have been at CCA from the get-go - Kindergarten. As parents of children getting ready to start Kindergarten we realized our kids would be spending MORE of their waking hours with their teachers than with us (their parents). We wanted those teachers to be "on the same page" as us - reinforcing the values we are teaching our children in our home. The teachers love the Lord, they teach God's Word to our children, they pray together and truly care about the students. Academically, there are high expectations BUT free time/recess is part of their day (yes, my kids still have recess almost daily). The academic support offered at CCA is outstanding, FYI. We love CCA, we love the sense of "family" and community we have with the other parents at the school. Awesome school under great leadership by the new head of school, Thad Gabelein! Highly recommend!
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5  
I am a former teacher and parent of two current CCA students. We are so thankful for this school's role in our children's lives. Our CCA teachers are some of the most dedicated educators I have been around. They truly invest so much into each student, and our children have had many experiences that I am confident they would not have had elsewhere. Each year at CCA has been better than the last- it is truly a unique school in the Western New York area!
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5  
Christian education..High standards..Christian character, love and perspective...priceless.
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The average acceptance rate in Buffalo, NY is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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