Red Bird Christian School, guided by Jesus Christ, empowers individuals through opportunities for spiritual growth and academic excellence, fostering lifelong learning, leadership, and service.
Red Bird Christian High School and the Red Bird Mission Dormitory Program educate students from diverse cultures and backgrounds in the context of Christian values, equipping them to live Godly lives in service to others.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: (51³Ô¹ÏÍø Students) 7-12
- Grades: (Day Students) PK-12
- Yearly Tuition (51³Ô¹ÏÍø Students): $7,000
- Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $7,000
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Red Bird Christian School of Red Bird Mission, Inc. ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 275 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Affordability
School Overview
Definition of Terms | 2025 School Data
Red Bird Christian School of Red Bird Mission, Inc.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered (51³Ô¹ÏÍø)
7-12
9-12
Grades Offered (Day)
PK-12
6-12
School Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
Year Founded
1921
1907
Campus Size
46 acres
130 acres
Student Body
% Students of Color
3%
27%
% International Students
18%
20%
% Students 51³Ô¹ÏÍø
20%
67%
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academics and Faculty
Saturday Classes
No
No
Average Class Size
12 students
12
* National Avg. »
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
56%
72%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Tuition Cost
Endowment Size
$0.25 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(51³Ô¹ÏÍø Students)
(51³Ô¹ÏÍø Students)
$7,000
$69,000
Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)
(Day Students)
$7,000
$38,000
% Students on Financial Aid
100%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$6,390
$25,000
Merit Scholarships Offered
No
No
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
85%
64%
Director of Admissions
Tonya Dickerson-Asher
Associate Director of Admissions
Jennifer Wilder
College Matriculation
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
School Notes
- The Red Bird Mission Dormitory Program provides a supportive, Christian, home-like environment for students attending Red Bird Christian High School, allowing them to participate in the college preparatory curriculum while residing on campus. The Dormitory Program strives to provide spiritual growth, quality social experiences, and servant-leadership development. RBCS can offer low school tuition thanks to the generosity of many alumni, friends, churches, and small groups across the country and around the world.
- Red Bird Christian School of Red Bird Mission, Inc. accreditations: Cognia, Christian Schools International, KY Nonpublic Schools Commission
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Red Bird Christian School of Red Bird Mission, Inc. cost?
Red Bird Christian School of Red Bird Mission, Inc.'s tuition is approximately $7,000 for boarding students and $7,000 for day students.
What is the acceptance rate of Red Bird Christian School of Red Bird Mission, Inc.?
The acceptance rate of Red Bird Christian School of Red Bird Mission, Inc. is 85%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
What is Red Bird Christian School of Red Bird Mission, Inc.'s ranking?
Red Bird Christian School of Red Bird Mission, Inc. ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for Least expensive tuition and High percentage of students on financial aid.
When is the application deadline for Red Bird Christian School of Red Bird Mission, Inc.?
The application deadline for Red Bird Christian School of Red Bird Mission, Inc. is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest boarding school to Red Bird Christian School of Red Bird Mission, Inc. is The King's Academy (79.7 miles away)
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