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#46 of 225 private schools in AZ

Top 20% of private schools

Faith Christian Academy

High School

3020 S MISSION RD, Tucson, AZ 85713

Private

Enrollment

47

Student-Teacher

5.9:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Arizona private schools

#46 of 225

In Tucson

#9 of 36

public schools

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Faith Christian Academy

7.3/10

High School in Tucson · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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About Faith Christian Academy

Faith Christian Academy is a private high school in Tucson, AZ. Faith Christian Academy serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Faith Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 225 private schools in AZ.

How it compares1.1 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 47 students, Faith Christian Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 5.9:1 students to teachers, Faith Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Faith Christian Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Faith Christian Academy compares to 215 public schools serving similar grades in Tucson, AZ

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.9:1
This School
vs
15.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
47
This School
vs
445
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 68.1% vs 0%
White 27.7% vs 0%
Faith Christian Academy Tucson Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Faith Christian Academy (this school) 7.3
McCorkle PK-8 4.8
Cholla High School 5.4
PCJTED - Cholla High School
Pueblo High School 5.6
C E Rose Elementary School 3.3
Wakefield Middle School 8.2
Las Puertas Community School 7.0
Pima Rose Academy 3.6
Hollinger K-8 School 5.3
Drachman Primary Magnet School 7.0
Innovation Tech High School 7.5
Pima County JTED - Bridges Day Program
Pima County JTED - Bridges Evening Program
Toltecali High School 5.7
Pima Vocational High School 7.5
TIA West 7.2
Tucson International Academy 5.2
STAR Academic High School 4.3
Pima County JTED - Star
Nosotros Academy 5.0

Showing 20 of 215 schools. View all schools in Tucson

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,350
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 41%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.4 / 10
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Enrollment 47
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 68.1%
White 27.7%
Native American 4.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3020 S MISSION RD, Tucson, AZ 85713

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Faith Christian Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Toltecali High School (rated 5.7/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Pueblo High School (rated 5.6/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Cholla High School (rated 5.4/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Henry Hank Oyama Tucson 0.7 mi 7.2
CASITA DAYCARE & PRESCHOOL Tucson 0.8 mi 7.2
Lynn Urquides Tucson 0.8 mi 4.7
McCorkle PK-8 Tucson 1.2 mi 4.8
PCJTED - Cholla High School Tucson 1.2 mi
Cholla High School Tucson 1.2 mi 5.4
Pueblo High School Tucson 1.4 mi 5.6
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tucson 1.6 mi 4.8
Pima Rose Academy Tucson 1.9 mi 3.6
C E Rose Elementary School Tucson 1.8 mi 3.3
Tolson Elementary School Tucson 1.9 mi 8.0
Mission View Elementary School Tucson 1.7 mi 6.2
Wakefield Middle School Tucson 1.8 mi 8.2
Las Puertas Community School Tucson 1.8 mi 7.0
Hollinger K-8 School Tucson 1.9 mi 5.3
Drachman Primary Magnet School Tucson 2.1 mi 7.0
Ochoa Elementary School Tucson 2.1 mi 7.0
SANTA CRUZ CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tucson 2.2 mi 4.8
Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School Tucson 2.4 mi 9.2
Toltecali High School Tucson 2.5 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,264

Median Home Value

$171,700

Median Rent

$1,017/mo

Population

45,615

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

62%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

22.7%

Median Age

36.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Faith Christian Academy

What grades does Faith Christian Academy serve?

Faith Christian Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Faith Christian Academy?

Faith Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Faith Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Faith Christian Academy is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Faith Christian Academy rank in AZ?

Faith Christian Academy ranks #46 of 225 private schools in AZ.

What is Faith Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Faith Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Faith Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Faith Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Faith Christian Academy a religious school?

Faith Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
47
Gender Split
36% M / 64% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County

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