Life Way Christian School desires to partner with Christian parents in NW Arkansas in order to equip each student with a biblical worldview, preparing them for life and eternity. Life way is a ministry of First Baptist Church Centerton and currently has 550 students in preschool-12th grade.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked AR School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,999
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Life Way Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
494 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average ACT score
26
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $2,030 for part-time preschool to $5,999 for high school tuition
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Life Way Christian School cost?
Life Way Christian School's tuition is approximately $5,999 for private students.
What schools are Life Way Christian School often compared to?
Life Way Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Providence Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Life Way Christian School offer?
Life Way Christian School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Mountain Biking, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Life Way Christian School's ranking?
Life Way Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arkansas for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Life Way Christian School?
The application deadline for Life Way Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: Life Way Christian School vs. Providence Academy
The nearest high school to Life Way Christian School is Providence Academy (7.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Bentonville Christian Academy (4.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bentonville Christian Academy
(Church of Christ)
Po Box 3000
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 616-4880
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 616-4880
4.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 138 students
2522 SE 14th St
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 271-8887
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 271-8887
5.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 59 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Walnut Farm Montessori School ![Walnut Farm Montessori School Photo - The nationally accredited Walnut Farm Montessori School provides a Montessori education honoring community and individuality by promoting peace, and empowering children for life-long learning.]( "Walnut Farm Montessori School Photo - The nationally accredited Walnut Farm Montessori School provides a Montessori education honoring community and individuality by promoting peace, and empowering children for life-long learning.")
Montessori School
4208 E Central Ave
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 271-9424
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 271-9424
7.4 miles
Gr: NS-3 | 139 students
4911 West Pleasant Grove Road
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 263-8861
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 263-8861
7.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 550 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Larsons Language Center
Special Program Emphasis
1730 W Poplar St
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 633-9900
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 633-9900
8.6 miles
Gr: PK | 24 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
4911 West Pleasant Grove Road
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 263-8861
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 263-8861
7.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 550 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Gravette Holiness Bible School
(Methodist)
606 Atlanta St Se
Gravette, AR 72736
(479) 787-5602
Gravette, AR 72736
(479) 787-5602
9.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 31 students
Gospel Light Christian School
(Baptist)
1001 W Price Ln
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 631-2836
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 631-2836
9.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 40 students
Providence Classical Christian Academy
(Christian)
Po Box 173
Lowell, AR 72745
(479) 236-8237
Lowell, AR 72745
(479) 236-8237
11.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 433 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Ozark Catholic Academy
(Catholic)
192 E Henri De Tonti Blvd
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 316-3445
Springdale, AR 72762
(479) 316-3445
12.8 miles
Gr: 9-11 | 44 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bentonville Christian Academy
(Church of Christ)
Po Box 3000
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 616-4880
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 616-4880
4.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 138 students
2522 SE 14th St
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 271-8887
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 271-8887
5.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 59 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Walnut Farm Montessori School ![Walnut Farm Montessori School Photo - The nationally accredited Walnut Farm Montessori School provides a Montessori education honoring community and individuality by promoting peace, and empowering children for life-long learning.]( "Walnut Farm Montessori School Photo - The nationally accredited Walnut Farm Montessori School provides a Montessori education honoring community and individuality by promoting peace, and empowering children for life-long learning.")
Montessori School
4208 E Central Ave
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 271-9424
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 271-9424
7.4 miles
Gr: NS-3 | 139 students
4911 West Pleasant Grove Road
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 263-8861
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 263-8861
7.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 550 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3364 W Pleasant Grove Rd
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 878-1052
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 878-1052
8.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 173 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bentonville Christian Academy
(Church of Christ)
Po Box 3000
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 616-4880
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 616-4880
4.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 138 students
2522 SE 14th St
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 271-8887
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 271-8887
5.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 59 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
Walnut Farm Montessori School ![Walnut Farm Montessori School Photo - The nationally accredited Walnut Farm Montessori School provides a Montessori education honoring community and individuality by promoting peace, and empowering children for life-long learning.]( "Walnut Farm Montessori School Photo - The nationally accredited Walnut Farm Montessori School provides a Montessori education honoring community and individuality by promoting peace, and empowering children for life-long learning.")
Montessori School
4208 E Central Ave
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 271-9424
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 271-9424
7.4 miles
Gr: NS-3 | 139 students
Larsons Language Center
Special Program Emphasis
1730 W Poplar St
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 633-9900
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 633-9900
8.6 miles
Gr: PK | 24 students
3364 W Pleasant Grove Rd
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 878-1052
Rogers, AR 72758
(479) 878-1052
8.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 173 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 58% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5303 Bright Road
Bentonville, AR 72713
(479) 360-7500
Bentonville, AR 72713
(479) 360-7500
0.7 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 846 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
(Math: 63% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1550 Gamble Road
Centerton, AR 72719
(479) 696-3400
Centerton, AR 72719
(479) 696-3400
1.3 miles
Gr: K-4 | 725 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5303 Bright Road
Centerton, AR 72719
(479) 286-9800
Centerton, AR 72719
(479) 286-9800
1.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 2,661 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
(Math: 63%)
5303 Bright Road
Bentonville, AR 72713
(479) 254-5500
Bentonville, AR 72713
(479) 254-5500
2.3 miles
Gr: K-4 | 647 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
(Math: 65% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 Nw Elm Tree Lane
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 254-5650
Bentonville, AR 72712
(479) 254-5650
2.7 miles
Gr: K-4 | 583 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
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