Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Lighthouse Preparatory Academy
About the School
- Lighthouse Preparatory Academy's mission is to strengthen families by partnering with parents to develop witnesses for Christ through academic excellence and character development.
- LPA philosiphy is adhering to a biblical foundation, preparing each student for life and emphasizing the parents role.
- The primary goal of all Christian education is to prepare each student to glorify and honor God in all that he does.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
127 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 21%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
School Mascot
Eddie The Eagle
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Orchestra
School Notes
- Lighthouse Preparatory Academy's mission is to strengthen families by partnering with parents to develop witnesses for Christ through academic excellence and character development. LPA philosiphy is adhering to a biblical foundation, preparing each student for life and emphasizing the parents role. The primary goal of all Christian education is to prepare each student to glorify and honor God in all that he does.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lighthouse Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Lighthouse Preparatory Academy is often viewed alongside schools like River Oak Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Lighthouse Preparatory Academy offer?
Lighthouse Preparatory Academy offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Lighthouse Preparatory Academy?
The application deadline for Lighthouse Preparatory Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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