Pana Christian Academy serves 19 students in grades Kindergarten-12, is a member of the Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) or (School of Tomorrow) and the Association of Christian Teachers and Schools (ACTS).
The student:teacher of Pana Christian Academy is 6:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Pentecostal.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,000
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Aug. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Pana Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
AP Courses
School Resources
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1979
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
Student Body
Total Students
19 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Aug. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
This is base tuition. Some deductions may apply
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 81%
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Truth and Honor
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 1990) -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pana Christian Academy cost?
Pana Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $2,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Pana Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Pana Christian Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
Who are famous alumni from Pana Christian Academy?
Pana Christian Academy famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 1990).
What is Pana Christian Academy's ranking?
Pana Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Least expensive tuition, Most AP courses offered and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Pana Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Pana Christian Academy is Aug. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Aug. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Reviews
5 9/11/2019
My daughter goes to school here and she is in kindergarten. So the grade levels on here are not correct!My daughters teachers are phenomenal. Her kindergarten teacher had her reading and writing before Christmas break!She passed her kindergarten test and, is now doing first grade work. Also the church associated with PCA is Pentecostal but the curriculum is not, it is christian curriculum . There are no Pentecostal beliefs thrown on my child. They do learn Bible scriptures monthly and know about God. I am grateful for a school like PCA!I just wish this information was correct.
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