Calvary Christian School

What Calvary Christian School does

Calvary Christian School is a private, nonprofit, Christ-centered K4-12 school operating from a single campus at 1673 County Road 9 in Bellefontaine, Ohio, founded in 1979. The school currently enrolls approximately 515 students across preschool, lower school (K5-5th), middle school (6th-8th), and high school (9th-12th) divisions, with a 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio. It is governed by an independent school board (Board President Reno Stapleton) under Head of School Ryan Hyde, and employs roughly 17-60 staff depending on counting method, supported by an IT Director, Facilities Director, Admissions Director (Ben Moore), Upper School Principal (Tony Carter), and Lower School Principal (Marissa Smith). The school reports an 89% college acceptance rate for graduating seniors and nearly 50% high school athletic participation, and is accredited by the Ohio Department of Education and affiliated with ACSI.

The academic product integrates a biblical worldview across all subjects (Bible, ELA, math, science, social studies) and is supplemented by fine arts (band, choir, drama, art), athletics (basketball, soccer, volleyball, track, golf, cross country, bowling), and clubs (NHS, Key Club, FCA, YLA, Worship Band, Jazz Band). Add-on programs include College Credit Plus dual enrollment, a Homeschool Partnership Program ($125 admin fee), After-School Care Enrichment for K4-6th graders, Athletic Training Services via Mary Rutan Hospital, a Youth Soccer program (K4-U13), and bus transportation to Marysville and Urbana. The technology stack is built on FACTS/RenWeb (LMS, family portal, admissions, tuition), Clever SSO, ClassDojo, GoFan, Microsoft Forms, Calendly, and YouTube/Vimeo.

Revenue is generated primarily through recurring tuition and fees for K4-12 families, augmented by EdChoice and Jon Peterson state scholarships, athletic participation fees ($35-$85 per sport per athlete), season passes (Ultimate Spartan Family Pass $175), after-school care fees, homeschool application fees, and small transportation fees. The school sells directly to families through an admissions-led motion managed by a Director of Admissions, supported by a website, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube (Calvary Streaming), email newsletter, parent referrals, and church partnerships. Distribution reach is extended through public school district bussing partnerships (Bellefontaine, Ben Logan, Indian Lake, Kenton, Ridgemont, Riverside, West Liberty) and school-operated bus routes. The school is currently in Phase 3 of a "Building on the Rock" capital expansion campaign and has been recognized as a BCWI Best Christian Workplace for four consecutive years.

Name

Calvary Christian School

Legal name

Calvary Christian School

Website

https://ccsspartans.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Calvary Christian School is a private, nonprofit K4-12 Christ-centered school in Bellefontaine, Ohio, founded in 1979, serving approximately 515 students on a single campus with a 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio and an 89% college acceptance rate.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Christian K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based (Religious) K–12 Schools (EDAJABAC)

Keywords

• Christian K-12 education
• Private school tuition
• Biblical worldview curriculum
• College preparatory programs
• School athletics programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Bellefontaine

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Revenue generated from tuition charged to K4-12 families, with EdChoice and Jon Peterson state scholarship funds flowing through as accepted providers. Financial assistance available through school's own tuition assistance program via FACTS and SGO (School Scholarship Organization) scholarships.
2. Athletic Participation Fees: Fees charged per student per sport ($35 full-time CCS students, $85 homeschool students), capped per family per season. Golf charged at $100 per athlete. Season passes sold for varsity events (Family Pass $175, Adult Pass $75, Student Pass $50, Senior Pass $10). Admission revenues from JH and HS games.
3. Homeschool Partnership Fees: Homeschool families pay a $125 application administration fee to enroll in individual courses. Additional fees may apply for course-specific materials and textbooks.
4. After School Care Program: After-School Care Enrichment Program for enrolled K4-6th grade students, providing fee-based extended child care with academic activities and free play.
5. Transportation Fees: Small annual fees for Marysville and Urbana bus routes operated by the school. Students within 30 minutes of CCS may also use public district transportation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Calvary Christian School provides a Christ-centered K4-12 private school education on a single campus in Bellefontaine, Ohio, integrating biblical worldview across all academic subjects and supplementing core instruction with athletics, fine arts, student clubs, College Credit Plus dual enrollment, a homeschool partnership, after-school care, and transportation. The school charges tuition and various ancillary fees to families and supports enrollment through Ohio EdChoice and Jon Peterson scholarships plus its own financial assistance program.

Product overview

Calvary Christian School offers a comprehensive K4-12 Christ-centered education across a single campus in Bellefontaine, Ohio. The academic program is organized into four grade-level divisions (K4 Preschool, K5-5th Grade Lower School, 6th-8th Grade Middle School, and 9th-12th Grade Upper School) with a biblical worldview integrated into all subjects. Beyond core academics, the school provides an extensive Fine Arts Program (band, choir, drama, art), Athletics Program (soccer, basketball, volleyball, track, golf, cross country, bowling), and Student Clubs (NHS, Drama Club, Jazz Band, Key Club, FCA, YLA, ASB, Worship Band). Additional services include the College Credit Plus dual enrollment program, Homeschool Partnership for partial enrollment, After-School Care Enrichment, Athletic Training Services through Mary Rutan Hospital, Youth Soccer for ages K4-U13, and Transportation Services with bus routes. The school operates the FACTS/RenWeb platform for school management and maintains approximately 515 enrolled students with a 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• K4 Preschool Program Four-year-old kindergarten program promoting development of each child's unique God-given potential through academic rigor and hands-on activities, offered on Tuesday/Thursday and Wednesday/Friday schedules as the entry point to the school's K4-12 Christ-centered education.
• Lower School (K5-5th Grade) Elementary program for K5 through 5th grade students with small classroom settings, attentive care, and a curriculum covering Bible, English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies taught from a biblical worldview.
• Upper School (6th-8th Grade) Middle school program partnering with parents to help students discover their security in Christ through attentive care, challenging curriculum, extracurricular activities, and weekly biblical chapel services.
• Upper School (9th-12th Grade) High school program preparing students for college and beyond, guiding them to pursue excellence spiritually, academically, and socially with curriculum enabling students to compete in a global economy and advance the Great Commission.
• Athletics Program Comprehensive sports program including boys and girls basketball, golf, soccer, track, volleyball, cross country, bowling, and youth soccer with focus on student-athletes being testimonies of Jesus Christ.
• Fine Arts Program Creative arts program encompassing band (K5 through 12th), choir (5th-12th), drama, and art with focus on developing students' God-given creative gifts and worship through music.
• Student Clubs and Organizations Extracurricular organizations including Drama Club, Jazz Band, Miler's Club, National Honors Society, Youth Leadership Association, Associated Student Body, Student Worship Band, Key Club, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
• College Credit Plus Program Dual enrollment program allowing students to earn college credit while in high school, with school purchasing textbooks and providing counseling support for the Ohio CC+ program.
• Homeschool Partnership Program Partnership program allowing homeschool students to take specific classes at CCS for a $125 application fee, with options for athletic participation and drama involvement.
• After-School Care Enrichment Program Extended care program for enrolled K4-6th grade students providing a safe environment with homework support, academic activities, and free play from school dismissal until 5:30 PM.
• Athletic Training Services Partnership with Mary Rutan Hospital providing certified athletic trainers for varsity contests and sports medical services for student-athletes.
• Youth Soccer Program Community soccer program for children from K4 through U13 age groups, including annual tournament at Huntsville with various age brackets.
• Transportation Services Bus route services including Marysville and Urbana routes for a small annual fee, plus coordination with local public school districts for eligible students within 30 minutes of campus.

Quantifiable outcome

• 89% college acceptance rate for graduating seniors
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration12 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Western Ohio Soccer League (WOSL)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Calvary Christian joined the Western Ohio Soccer League in 2024, providing structured competitive soccer scheduling and league competition for JV and varsity teams.
• Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCalvary Christian is a member of the OHSAA, enabling participation in official varsity athletic contests, tournaments, and the state tournament ticket system. OHSAA membership establishes the school's athletic program within the official Ohio secondary school sports framework.
• Mary Rutan Hospital / Mary Rutan AT ServicescoreTechnology or IntegrationCCS partners with Mary Rutan athletic training services to provide certified athletic trainers for varsity contests, ensuring student-athlete safety and injury prevention at home games and practices.
• FACTS Management (RenWeb)coreTechnology or IntegrationFACTS (formerly RenWeb) provides the school's student information system including LMS dashboard, family portal, admissions management, tuition billing (FACTS payment plans), and financial aid application processing. FACTS also powers the school's donation/giving platform.
• Ohio Department of EducationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCCS is an approved provider for the Ohio EdChoice Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship, enabling state-funded enrollment for eligible K5-12 students. ODE sets program requirements and funding parameters.
• Green Hills Retirement VillageminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCCS Key Club students visit Green Hills Retirement Village several times per year for community service, creating an ongoing service partnership benefiting both the school community outreach program and the retirement community residents.
• Our Daily Bread Food PantryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCCS Key Club sponsors a school-wide food drive each February benefiting the Our Daily Bread food pantry, supporting local community food security.
• Kingdom Investment InternationalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThrough Kingdom Investment International, each CCS class sponsors a child in Burkina Faso, combining international community service with global missional education.
• Kiwanis International (via Key Club)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCCS Key Club is sponsored by Kiwanis International, a 100-year-old service organization promoting student leadership and community service. This affiliation connects the school to a global youth service network.
• Camp HorseshoeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerYouth Leadership Association (YLA) students attend annual retreats at Camp Horseshoe, providing outdoor education and leadership development in partnership with the camp facility.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Dayton Christian School: K-12 Christian school in the Dayton, OH region offering faith-integrated academics, athletics, and fine arts. Comparable in size, ACSI affiliation, and EdChoice scholarship utilization, with a similar suburban/rural Ohio family demographic.
• Tree of Life Christian Schools: K-12 Christian school system in Columbus, OH combining faith-based education with rigorous academics and a wide athletics/fine arts program. Comparable in mission, ACSI membership, and central/southwest Ohio target market.
• Liberty Christian Academy: K-12 Christian school in Huber Heights, OH with biblical worldview integration, athletics, and college-prep focus. Directly comparable in regional position, size, and reliance on Ohio state scholarship programs.
• Worthington Christian School: K-12 Christian school in central Ohio (Worthington, OH) with similar faith-based, college-prep model and comparable reliance on EdChoice scholarships. Operates a multi-program campus with athletics and fine arts, directly comparable in mission and student demographic.
• Genoa Christian Academy: K-12 Christian school in Genoa, OH (northwest Ohio) with a similar faith-based, college-prep focus and small-campus intimacy. Comparable in scale, ACSI membership, and rural/small-town Ohio family demographic.
• Faith Christian Academy: K-12 Christian school in Ohio offering faith-integrated academics, competitive athletics, and EdChoice scholarship acceptance. Comparable in mission, programmatic depth, and Ohio school-choice program participation.
• Xenia Christian School: K-12 Christian school in Xenia, OH (near Dayton) with biblical worldview instruction, athletics, and EdChoice scholarship acceptance. Comparable in regional position, size, and tuition-funded operating model.
• Delaware Christian School: K-12 Christian school in Delaware, OH (north of Columbus) offering faith-integrated academics, athletics, and fine arts. Comparable in size, ACSI affiliation, and central Ohio family demographic.
• Community Christian Academy: K-12 Christian school in Ohio combining faith-based education with rigorous academics and extracurricular programming. Comparable in size, Christ-centered mission, and reliance on state scholarship funding to maintain affordability.
• Middletown Christian School: K-12 Christian school in Franklin, OH (near Dayton) with biblical integration, college-prep curriculum, and athletic programs. Comparable in size, faith-based positioning, and Ohio EdChoice scholarship provider status.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCcoY5K5rUl74wvuMgXhkLLQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/CalvarySpartans
• Instagraminstagram.com/calvaryspartans
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/calvary-christian-school-bellefontaine

Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

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