Very Good
#35 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 9% of private schools
Faith Baptist Christian Academy
School
5714 29TH ST NE, Tacoma, WA 98422
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#35 of 381
In Tacoma
#3 of 18
public schools
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Faith Baptist Christian Academy
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About Faith Baptist Christian Academy
Faith Baptist Christian Academy is a private school in Tacoma, WA. Faith Baptist Christian Academy serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Pre-K-10th, and has a 3.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Faith Baptist Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, Faith Baptist 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 3.4:1 students to teachers, Faith Baptist Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Faith Baptist 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
BetaHow Faith Baptist Christian Academy compares to 93 public schools serving similar grades in Tacoma, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Faith Baptist Christian Academy (this school) | 7.8 |
| N.E. Tacoma Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Crescent Heights Elementary School | 7.6 |
| Meeker Middle School | 6.1 |
| Browns Point Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Fife High School | 6.4 |
| Fife Open Doors | — |
| Fife Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Columbia Junior High School | 5.4 |
| Tacoma School of the Arts | 5.2 |
| Stadium High School | 6.2 |
| Special Services | — |
| Impact Public Schools | 6.7 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Bates Technical High School | 7.2 |
| Tacoma Open Doors | 4.9 |
| Edna Travis Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Lowell Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Blix Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Bryant Montessori School | 5.7 |
| Bryant Montessori Middle School | 5.4 |
Showing 20 of 93 schools. View all schools in Tacoma
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 WA.
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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 WA
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
5714 29TH ST NE, Tacoma, WA 98422
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Faith Baptist Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. N.E. Tacoma Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Crescent Heights Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT SPRING VALLEY (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Federal Way), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tacoma, see our Tacoma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98422 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,989
Median Home Value
$614,300
Median Rent
$2,104/mo
Population
22,126
College Educated
39.3%
Homeownership
77.6%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
39
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|---|---|
| SUNRISE BEACH SCHOOL Olympia, WA | 8.2 |
| CHILDREN'S INSTITUTE FOR LEARNING DIFFERENCES Renton, WA | 7.3 |
| Firwood Steilacoom, WA | 7.1 |
| Bainbridge Special Education Services Bainbridge Island, WA | 7.0 |
| TEMPLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Lacey, WA | 6.9 |
| ACADEMY SCHOOLS Tukwila, WA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Faith Baptist Christian Academy
What grades does Faith Baptist Christian Academy serve?
Faith Baptist Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 10th.
How many students attend Faith Baptist Christian Academy?
Faith Baptist Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Faith Baptist Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Faith Baptist Christian Academy is 3.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Faith Baptist Christian Academy rank in WA?
Faith Baptist Christian Academy ranks #35 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Faith Baptist Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Faith Baptist Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Faith Baptist Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Faith Baptist Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist 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 Baptist Christian Academy a religious school?
Faith Baptist Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 10th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pierce County
- Phone
- (253) 370-8215
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