Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,450
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Free Will Christian Academy
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,450
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Free Will Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
22 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
State avg.: 52%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
13 students
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Our Tuition ranges from $235 - $ 345.00 depending on the grade & curriculum entering
Admissions Director
Gary Long
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
School Notes
- Free Will Christian Academy is a Ministry of our Church.
- We are providing a safer environment with good moral teaching according to the Bible, God's Holy Word.
- We have classes from K4 (Kindergarten 4 year old) through 12th grades.
- Free Will Christian Academy is a Ministry of our Church.
- We are providing a safer environment with good moral teaching according to the Bible, God's Holy Word.
- We have classes from K4 (Kindergarten 4 year old) through 12th grades.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Free Will Christian Academy cost?
Free Will Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $3,450 for private students.
What sports does Free Will Christian Academy offer?
Free Will Christian Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer and Softball.
When is the application deadline for Free Will Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Free Will Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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