Bethesda Christian Schools (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IN School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 632 students
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Bethesda Christian Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Baptist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Bethesda Christian Schools
Pre-K	40
Kind	49
1	56
2	42
3	43
4	43
5	49
6	56
7	44
8	52
9	51
10	42
11	36
12	29

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Year Founded

1965

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

632 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 26%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

60 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

15%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

www.bcspatriots.org

Number of AP Courses

9 courses

Advanced Courses

AP ArtAP Biology

AP CalculusAP Chemistry

AP European HistoryAP Literature

AP Music TheoryAP Spanish

AP US HistoryDual Credit

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Discounts for multiple children Bethesda participates in the Indiana Choice Scholarship (voucher) program. Bethesda participates in the Indiana tax credit scholarship program. Full time pastor/missionary discount.

Admissions Director

Joanna Bradley

Admissions Associate

Joanna Bradley

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

GolfSoccer

SoftballVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubLiterary Lions

Arts and Music Programs:

ISSMA Band and ChoirPep Band

Theatre

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Running

School Notes

Bethesda Christian School exists to provide excellent academic instruction that is consistent with Biblical truth and which honors the name of Christ. Bethesda Christian School will seek to exemplify the following core values: Biblical truth, academic excellence, sound stewardship, committed faculty, parental partnership, and student opportunities. It is our prayer that our students graduate from BCS with the following foundational desired outcomes--the Portrait of a BCS Graduate: To fear and respect God; to practice a strong work ethic coupled with an eternal perspective; to embark upon and seek to continue a rigorous intellectual path, understanding the importance of developing the mind, and to embrace the creative nature of God.

Visit bcspatriots.org to learn more about what we have to offer your family! Tours can be scheduled to see our campus and meet with our Admissions Director.

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Bethesda Christian Schools is often viewed alongside schools like St. Malachy Parish School by visitors of our site.

What sports does Bethesda Christian Schools offer?

Bethesda Christian Schools offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.

What is Bethesda Christian Schools's ranking?

Bethesda Christian Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Bethesda Christian Schools?

The application deadline for Bethesda Christian Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Indiana is $9,261 for elementary schools and $11,897 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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