Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Average class size: 6 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Calvary Baptist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1978
Student Body
Total Students
27 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
6 students
AP/Advanced Courses
Contact us for information.
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by grade level
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Dr. Cochran
Admissions Associate
Mrs. Sheaffer
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
School Notes
- School Motto: A Quality Education in a Quality Environment
- School Mascot: Crusaders
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Calvary Baptist Academy cost?
Calvary Baptist Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What schools are Calvary Baptist Academy often compared to?
Calvary Baptist Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Peoria Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Calvary Baptist Academy?
The acceptance rate of Calvary Baptist Academy is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. Calvary Baptist Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Illinois with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Calvary Baptist Academy offer?
Calvary Baptist Academy offers 1 interscholastic sports: Volleyball.
What is Calvary Baptist Academy's ranking?
Calvary Baptist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Calvary Baptist Academy?
The application deadline for Calvary Baptist Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 91黑料s
Popular comparisons: Calvary Baptist Academy vs. Peoria Christian School
The nearest high school to Calvary Baptist Academy is Peoria Notre Dame High School (12.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Edward School (1.0 miles away)
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Quick Facts
St. Edward School
(Catholic)
1221 N 5th St
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-2994
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-2994
1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 136 students
Northminster Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Presbyterian)
10720 N Knoxville Ave
Peoria, IL 61615
(309) 691-6322
Peoria, IL 61615
(309) 691-6322
8.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 143 students
St. Jude Catholic School
(Catholic)
10811 N Knoxville Ave
Peoria, IL 61615
(309) 243-2493
Peoria, IL 61615
(309) 243-2493
8.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 238 students
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Daycare / Preschool
1715 W Alta Rd
Peoria, IL 61615
(309) 243-9000
Peoria, IL 61615
(309) 243-9000
9.1 miles
Gr: NS-K Extracurrculars: 5
123 You N Me Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
809 W Detweiller Dr Ste A
Peoria, IL 61615
(309) 692-3470
Peoria, IL 61615
(309) 692-3470
10 miles
Gr: PK-K | 35 students
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