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#239 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 50% of private schools
Faith Christian School
School
5526 STATE ROAD 26 E, Lafayette, IN 47905
Enrollment
667
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
667
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#239 of 478
In Lafayette
#5 of 7
public schools
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Faith Christian School
School in Lafayette · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Faith Christian School
Faith Christian School is a private school in Lafayette, IN. Faith Christian School serves approximately 667 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Faith Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #239 of 478 private schools in IN.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- IN avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Faith Christian School 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
BetaHow Faith Christian School compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in Lafayette, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Faith Christian School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Wyandotte Elementary | 6.9 |
| Glen Acres Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Hershey Elementary School | 8.6 |
| East Tipp Middle School | 7.1 |
| Vinton Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate | 5.6 |
| Oakland Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Murdock Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Excel Center - Lafayette | 3.0 |
| Jefferson High School | 5.3 |
| Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School | 5.6 |
| Miami Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Edgelea Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Woodland Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Thomas Miller Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Amelia Earhart Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Wea Ridge Elementary School | 4.9 |
| Wea Ridge Middle School | 5.4 |
| McCutcheon High School | 6.1 |
| Mayflower Mill Elementary School | 5.7 |
Showing 20 of 24 schools. View all schools in Lafayette
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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 IN.
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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 IN
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5526 STATE ROAD 26 E, Lafayette, IN 47905
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Faith Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Hershey Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodland Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dayton Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Dayton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wyandotte Elementary Lafayette | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Glen Acres Elementary School Lafayette | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Dayton Elementary School Dayton | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Hershey Elementary School Lafayette | 3.3 mi | 8.6 |
| FOLLOW THE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lafayette | 2.9 mi | — |
| East Tipp Middle School Lafayette | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Vinton Elementary School Lafayette | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| LAFAYETTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lafayette | 3.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate Lafayette | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Oakland Elementary School Lafayette | 4.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Woodland Elementary School Lafayette | 4.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Murdock Elementary School Lafayette | 4.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Miami Elementary School Lafayette | 4.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Excel Center - Lafayette Lafayette | 4.2 mi | 3.0 |
| ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lafayette | 4.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School Lafayette | 4.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Jefferson High School Lafayette | 4.3 mi | 5.3 |
| ST MARY CATHEDRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lafayette | 4.5 mi | 7.0 |
| KINDER CARE Lafayette | 4.8 mi | — |
| Edgelea Elementary School Lafayette | 4.7 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 47905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,115
Median Home Value
$215,500
Median Rent
$1,101/mo
Population
42,109
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
62.4%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
35.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EVANSVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newburgh, IN | 6.8 |
| Rock Creek Community Academy Sellersburg, IN | 6.5 |
| Community Montessori New Albany, IN | 6.4 |
| ELKHART CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elkhart, IN | 7.2 |
| GREENWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenwood, IN | 7.5 |
| Seven Oaks Classical School Ellettsville, IN | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Faith Christian School
What grades does Faith Christian School serve?
Faith Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Faith Christian School?
Faith Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 667 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Faith Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Faith Christian School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Faith Christian School rank in IN?
Faith Christian School ranks #239 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is Faith Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Faith Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 School a private school?
Yes, Faith Christian School 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 School a religious school?
Faith Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 667
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Tippecanoe County
- Phone
- (765) 447-2727
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