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Word Of Life Christian Academy

4870 Maryville Rd
Granite City, IL 62040
Word Of Life Christian Academy in Granite City, IL, is a co–ed suburb–based private school offering education from kindergarten through 12th grade.
The school has a total enrollment of 23 students with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1, supported by 5 teachers.
Word Of Life Christian Academy follows a Pentecostal orientation and serves a diverse student population with 13% students of color.
As a suburban K–12 private school, it provides small class sizes suited for families seeking individualized attention.
Nearby Granite City schools include Central Baptist School and St. Elizabeth Elementary School, providing additional K–12 and elementary options.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12

Student Body

Total Students
23 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Word Of Life Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Word Of Life Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Illinois is $10,982 for elementary schools and $15,754 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Illinois is 84% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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