First Christian Academy is a Christ-Centered Highschool, Middle, Elementary and Preschool serving children from two years old through 9th grade. Our desire is to partner with the family to provide each student with an optimal education experience in a nurturing Christian environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked GA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,400
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
First Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-9
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
397 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
40:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform Policy for Elementary & Middle
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Vary according to age or grade. Please visit admissions tab on website.
Admissions Director
Buffy Shanholtzer
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Scoops - LacrosseSnapology - STEM
Arts and Music Programs:
Gifted and Accelerated Program
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
- Please visit our webside for more information. We would love to have you tour the Academy.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does First Christian Academy cost?
First Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $7,400 for private students and $135 for summer students.
What schools are First Christian Academy often compared to?
First Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Butler Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does First Christian Academy offer?
First Christian Academy offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Dance, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is First Christian Academy's ranking?
First Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for First Christian Academy?
The application deadline for First Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(912) 756-4554
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(Pentecostal)
707 Little Neck Rd
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 921-0088
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 921-0088
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Butler Christian Academy ![Butler Christian Academy Photo]( "Butler Christian Academy Photo")
(Pentecostal)
707 Little Neck Rd
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 921-0088
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 921-0088
5.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 122 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
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Miles
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(Pentecostal)
707 Little Neck Rd
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 921-0088
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 921-0088
5.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 122 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
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Location
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Richmond Hill Montessori Preschool ![Richmond Hill Montessori Preschool Photo]( "Richmond Hill Montessori Preschool Photo")
Montessori School
2933 U.S. Highway 17
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
(912) 756-4554
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
(912) 756-4554
4.3 miles
Gr: NS Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition listed
Butler Christian Academy ![Butler Christian Academy Photo]( "Butler Christian Academy Photo")
(Pentecostal)
707 Little Neck Rd
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 921-0088
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 921-0088
5.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 122 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Richmond Hill Montessori Preschool ![Richmond Hill Montessori Preschool Photo]( "Richmond Hill Montessori Preschool Photo")
Montessori School
2933 U.S. Highway 17
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
(912) 756-4554
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
(912) 756-4554
4.3 miles
Gr: NS Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition listed
Eastgate Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
1735 Grove Point Rd
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 927-0569
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 927-0569
5.6 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 9 students
Butler Christian Academy ![Butler Christian Academy Photo]( "Butler Christian Academy Photo")
(Pentecostal)
707 Little Neck Rd
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 921-0088
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 921-0088
5.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 122 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Tabernacle Of Praise Christian
(Christian)
1464 Limerick Rd.
Midway, GA 31320
(912) 884-7216
Midway, GA 31320
(912) 884-7216
8.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 11 students
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1755 Quacco Rd
Pooler, GA 31322
(912) 925-9431
Pooler, GA 31322
(912) 925-9431
8.8 miles
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Eastgate Christian Academy
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1735 Grove Point Rd
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 927-0569
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 927-0569
5.6 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 9 students
Butler Christian Academy ![Butler Christian Academy Photo]( "Butler Christian Academy Photo")
(Pentecostal)
707 Little Neck Rd
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 921-0088
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 921-0088
5.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 122 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Tabernacle Of Praise Christian
(Christian)
1464 Limerick Rd.
Midway, GA 31320
(912) 884-7216
Midway, GA 31320
(912) 884-7216
8.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 11 students
824 Stillwood Drive
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 925-8800
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 925-8800
9.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,207 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition listed
4560 Acl Blvd
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 234-4710
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 234-4710
11.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 193 students
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Miles
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Eastgate Christian Academy
(Pentecostal)
1735 Grove Point Rd
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 927-0569
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 927-0569
5.6 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 9 students
Butler Christian Academy ![Butler Christian Academy Photo]( "Butler Christian Academy Photo")
(Pentecostal)
707 Little Neck Rd
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 921-0088
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 921-0088
5.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 122 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Tabernacle Of Praise Christian
(Christian)
1464 Limerick Rd.
Midway, GA 31320
(912) 884-7216
Midway, GA 31320
(912) 884-7216
8.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 11 students
Risen Savior Christian Academy ![Risen Savior Christian Academy Photo]( "Risen Savior Christian Academy Photo")
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
1755 Quacco Rd
Pooler, GA 31322
(912) 925-9431
Pooler, GA 31322
(912) 925-9431
8.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 174 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
824 Stillwood Drive
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 925-8800
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 925-8800
9.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,207 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition listed
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Miles
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Richmond Hill Montessori Preschool ![Richmond Hill Montessori Preschool Photo]( "Richmond Hill Montessori Preschool Photo")
Montessori School
2933 U.S. Highway 17
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
(912) 756-4554
Richmond Hill, GA 31324
(912) 756-4554
4.3 miles
Gr: NS Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition listed
Butler Christian Academy ![Butler Christian Academy Photo]( "Butler Christian Academy Photo")
(Pentecostal)
707 Little Neck Rd
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 921-0088
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 921-0088
5.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 122 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Risen Savior Christian Academy ![Risen Savior Christian Academy Photo]( "Risen Savior Christian Academy Photo")
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
1755 Quacco Rd
Pooler, GA 31322
(912) 925-9431
Pooler, GA 31322
(912) 925-9431
8.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 174 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
824 Stillwood Drive
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 925-8800
Savannah, GA 31419
(912) 925-8800
9.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,207 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition listed
4560 Acl Blvd
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 234-4710
Savannah, GA 31405
(912) 234-4710
11.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 193 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
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(Math: 25% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
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1396 Shaw Rd
Hinesville, GA 31313
(912) 368-3348
Hinesville, GA 31313
(912) 368-3348
8629 miles
Gr: K-5 | 588 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
(Math: 32% | Reading: 30%)
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5/
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920 Long Frasier Dr
Hinesville, GA 31313
(912) 368-3595
Hinesville, GA 31313
(912) 368-3595
8629.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 685 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
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910 Long Frasier Dr
Hinesville, GA 31313
(912) 877-5367
Hinesville, GA 31313
(912) 877-5367
8629.4 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 828 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
(Math: 20% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Pafford St
Hinesville, GA 31313
(912) 876-6121
Hinesville, GA 31313
(912) 876-6121
8629.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,900 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
(Math: 27% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
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635 Taylor Rd
Hinesville, GA 31313
(912) 876-0146
Hinesville, GA 31313
(912) 876-0146
8629.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 1,162 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
School Reviews
5 5/23/2022
FCA was a huge blessing. They are a small school with a family-like atmosphere. My son felt comfortable from the first day with everyone. Very military friendly!!
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