Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Verde Christian Academy
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
198 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 39%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
18 students
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid
50%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$50
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
DramaRollerskating
Spanish
School Notes
- Verde Christian Academy in Cottonwood, AZ, serves 198 students in grades PK–8 within a Christian–oriented, town–based setting.
- Founded in 1980, the school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 with an average class size of 18 students.
- The student body includes diverse representation with 33 Hispanic, 127 White (non–Hispanic), 1 Black (non–Hispanic), and 2 Hawaiian students.
- About 50% of students receive financial aid, with an average grant covering 50% of tuition costs.
- The school employs 12 teachers, 30% of whom hold advanced degrees, and offers rolling admissions throughout the year.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- High School alumni involved in missions work. -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Verde Christian Academy often compared to?
Verde Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Immaculate Conception Catholic School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Verde Christian Academy?
Verde Christian Academy famous alumni include: High School alumni involved in missions work..
What sports does Verde Christian Academy offer?
Verde Christian Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Verde Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Verde Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Popular comparisons: Verde Christian Academy vs. Immaculate Conception Catholic School
The nearest high school and elementary school to Verde Christian Academy is Rise Resource Center (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Immaculate Conception Catholic School (2.1 miles away)
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Sports: 2
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