San Antonio Christian School

What San Antonio Christian School does

San Antonio Christian School (SACS) is a private, non-denominational Pre-K through 12th grade Christian school founded in 1970 (50+ year operating history) and domiciled in San Antonio, Texas. It operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 74-1733378) with roughly 105 employees on a single 19202 Redland Road campus, serving Christian families drawn from 146 different area churches through a covenant-partnership model in which at least one parent must be a committed follower of Christ. The school delivers a college-preparatory, biblically integrated curriculum across Lion Cub Academy, Pre-K, Kindergarten, elementary, middle, and high school divisions, with enrichment programs spanning 18-championship athletics, K-12 fine arts (theatre, visual arts, band, journalism), the only on-campus private-school 4-H program in San Antonio, weekly chapels, and the Faith in Motion service initiative. SACS reports a 100% average college acceptance rate, an average class size of 20, and ranks #1 on Niche.com for Best Christian K-12 Schools in San Antonio.

SACS does not develop proprietary technology. Its operational stack consists of third-party educational SaaS: FACTS (RenWeb) as the school information system and family portal, Canvas as the LMS, Magnus Health for medical records, SAGE Dining for food service, Risse Brothers for on-campus uniforms, MobileServe for service-hour tracking, and RightNow Media for faith content. Marketing and fundraising are supported by HubSpot marketing automation and Double the Donation matching-gift search. Revenue is generated predominantly through tuition (annual, semester, or monthly billing via FACTS), augmented by The Lion Fund annual giving campaign ($556,500 goal for 2025-2026), the SACS Foundation endowment ($765,195 as of April 11, 2024), summer camps, after-school programs, the on-campus Lion Shoppe, and the SAGE-powered lunch program. Distribution is direct-to-family through admissions inquiry, campus tours, and Preview Days, with enrollment secured through a continuous-enrollment contract. The school also participates in the Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA) state school-choice program. It is dually accredited by ACSI (Exemplary) and Cognia, and further accredited or aligned with TEPSAC, CESA, TPSA, TAPPS, ISAL, ACTABS, and TAAPS.

Go-to-market is community-led: word-of-mouth within San Antonio's Christian community drives inquiries, amplified by content marketing via the SACS blog and downloadable Parent's Guides, SEO-optimized program pages, Niche.com ranking exposure, and Preview Day events for middle and high school. The customer segment is a single vertical - Christian families seeking a covenant, biblically integrated PreK-12 education - with no adjacent B2B or consumer segments pursued.

Name

San Antonio Christian School

Legal name

San Antonio Christian School

Website

https://sachristian.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

San Antonio Christian School is a private Pre-K through 12th-grade non-denominational Christian school in San Antonio, Texas, operating as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit covenant school that delivers biblically integrated college-prep education to Christian families from 146 area churches.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Private Christian Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Faith-Based Early Learning Academies (EDACADAH), Faith-Based Preschools (EDACABAF)

Keywords

• Private Christian education
• K-12 academic programs
• College preparatory school
• Early childhood education
• Faith-based schooling

Headquarters

HQ city

San Antonio

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: Tuition is the primary revenue stream. The school publishes annual Tuition and Fees schedules (2025-2026 and 2026-2027) via Google Drive documents. Payment options include annual, semester, and monthly plans processed through FACTS. Enrollment fees are billed through FACTS ($25 for annual/semester payers, $55 for monthly payers).
2. The Lion Fund (Annual Giving): The Lion Fund is SACS' annual giving program and a top philanthropic priority. The 2025-2026 goal amount is $556,500. Donations support academics, arts, athletics, student life, and strategic initiatives. Donors can designate gifts to specific areas such as Athletics, Fine Arts, 4-H, or Tuition Assistance.
3. SACS Foundation Endowments and Planned Giving: The SACS Foundation, established in 2015 as a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit, manages endowments and planned giving. As of April 11, 2024, the endowment has grown to $765,195. The Foundation supports the Superintendent's Scholars Program (tuition assistance) and Faculty Chair (faculty retention and rewards). It accepts current gifts (cash, securities, real estate), after-lifetime gifts (bequests, retirement account beneficiaries), and dual-benefit gifts (charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts).
4. Summer Camps and After-School Programs: SACS offers summer camps across academic, fine arts, and athletic areas for students of all ages, generating additional non-tuition revenue. After-school programs for elementary students include art, science, mat ball, and gaga ball activities for a fee.
5. Lion Shoppe (Uniform Store): The on-campus uniform store (Lion Shoppe) sells school-approved uniforms and Lion Spirit Wear. Uniforms may also be purchased through Risse Brothers School Uniforms, an on-campus storefront.
6. Lunch Program: Hot lunches are provided through SAGE Dining Services. All PreK-12 students must have a lunch account. Funds are managed through the FACTS Family Portal. Secondary parents can view meal selections; elementary parents see a fixed price per meal.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

San Antonio Christian School provides a Pre-Kindergarten through 12th-grade Christ-centered college-preparatory education under a covenant model requiring at least one parent to be a committed follower of Christ. Core offerings span Lion Cub Academy, Pre-K, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, and High School academics integrated with a biblical worldview, supplemented by Athletics (18 state championships), Fine Arts (Theatre, Visual Arts, Band, Journalism), a 4-H program, College Guidance, spiritual growth programming, and service learning. The school maintains a 100% average college acceptance rate and an average class size of 20.

Product overview

San Antonio Christian School is a Pre-K to 12th-grade private Christian school offering a unified Christ-centered educational program. The school provides a comprehensive portfolio including early childhood programs (Lion Cub Academy, Pre-K, Kindergarten), elementary (Grades 1-5), middle school (Grades 6-8), and high school (Grades 9-12) with college-prep focus. Beyond core academics, the school offers an integrated suite of programs including Athletics (18 state championships), Fine Arts (Theatre, Visual Arts, Band, Journalism), 4-H (the only private school on-campus program in San Antonio), spiritual growth through weekly chapels, and service opportunities. Administrative services are supported through FACTS Family Portal and Canvas LMS. The school maintains a 100% college acceptance rate and serves families from 146 different Christian churches, emphasizing its non-denominational approach to Christian education.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Lion Cub Academy: Early childhood education program for young children
• SACS 4-H
• SACS Foundation
• Lion Fund
• Faith in Motion
• Vision 2030

Products and services

• Pre-Kindergarten Program A Pre-Kindergarten program for ages 4-5 offering a hands-on, child-centered curriculum that introduces Christian values and foundational academic skills, preparing young learners for entry into Kindergarten.
• Kindergarten Program A Kindergarten program for age 5 designed to excite children's imaginations and prepare them academically while integrating biblical principles, forming the bridge between Pre-K and Elementary.
• Lion Cub Academy An early childhood program that provides a foundation for young learners before Pre-Kindergarten entry at San Antonio Christian School.
• Elementary School (Grades 1-5) Christian elementary education for Grades 1-5 where every subject incorporates Scripture, building academic excellence within a biblical worldview for young learners.
• Middle School (Grades 6-8) Middle School program for Grades 6-8 offering a challenging curriculum within an encouraging community that prepares students for high school while developing faith and character. Students are required to bring Windows-based tablets that support a digital pen.
• High School (Grades 9-12) College-preparatory High School program for Grades 9-12 teaching leadership skills and critical thinking within a Christ-centered framework, with college counseling beginning in 8th grade and a 100% average college acceptance rate.
• College Guidance and Counseling Comprehensive college preparation program beginning in 8th grade, including academic advising, test preparation, career exploration, college selection, application process support, and scholarship searches. SACS reports a 100% college acceptance rate on average.
• Athletics Program Competitive sports program across high school and middle school athletics that builds teamwork, perseverance, and school pride, with 18 state athletic team championships earned through TAPPS competition.
• Fine Arts Program A comprehensive K-12 arts program including Theatre (6-12), Visual Arts (K-12), Band (6-12), and Journalism (9-12), featuring two main stage theatre productions annually, Lion Pride Band, Jazz Band, Rock Band, and student publications.
• 4-H Program The only private school on-campus 4-H program in San Antonio, available to students 3rd-12th grade with projects including riflery, archery, baking, gardening, and raising livestock/poultry, focused on leadership development and service.
• Spiritual Growth Program Weekly chapels for all grade levels (PK-12), biblically integrated lessons, weekly huddle groups, service opportunities, and the student-led Praise Band, with guest pastors from local churches.
• Campus-Wide Service Program (Faith in Motion) Fall and spring campus-wide service projects supporting local non-profit organizations, plus grade-level service activities and mission trips for middle and high school students, tracked through MobileServe.
• Covenant Partnership Enrollment A continuous enrollment partnership model between SACS and Christian families requiring at least one parent to be a committed follower of Christ, ensuring shared values and faith integration throughout the educational experience from Pre-K through graduation.
• After School Care After-school program for elementary students providing a positive social-emotional atmosphere, homework assistance, indoor/outdoor activities, and enrichment programs in art and science for an additional fee.
• Summer Camps Academic, fine arts, and athletic camps offered to students of all ages during summer months, fostering connection and extended learning beyond the regular school year.
• Lunch Program (SAGE Dining Services) Hot lunch program provided through SAGE Dining Services for all PreK-12 students, with funds managed through lunch accounts in the FACTS Family Portal and a daily menu available online.
• Lion Shoppe Uniform Store On-campus uniform store selling school-approved uniforms and Lion Spirit Wear, complemented by an on-campus storefront and online uniform vendor operated by Risse Brothers School Uniforms meeting the school's dress code requirements.
• The Lion Fund (Annual Giving Program) Annual giving program supporting SACS academics, arts, athletics, student life, and strategic initiatives with a 2025-2026 goal of $556,500, allowing donors to designate gifts to specific areas such as Athletics, Fine Arts, 4-H, or Tuition Assistance.
• SACS Foundation Endowments and Planned Giving The SACS Foundation, a separate 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in 2015, manages endowments and planned giving to support the Superintendent's Scholars Program (tuition assistance) and Faculty Chair (faculty retention and rewards), accepting current gifts, after-lifetime gifts, and dual-benefit gifts such as charitable gift annuities and charitable remainder trusts; the endowment stood at $765,195 as of April 11, 2024.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% average college acceptance rate
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Pape-Dawson (Spring Fling 2025 Platinum & Gold Sponsor)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPape-Dawson served as a Platinum & Gold sponsor for SACS' Spring Fling 2025 fundraising event. As a sponsor, the company contributed to the annual giving campaign that supports academics, arts, athletics, student life, and the Lion Fund.
• Dermatology San Antonio (Spring Fling 2025 Sponsor)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerDermatology San Antonio (Dr. Annabelle Garcia) served as a sponsor for the SACS Spring Fling 2025 fundraising event.
• Cleary Zimmermann (Spring Fling 2025 Sponsor)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCleary Zimmermann served as a sponsor for the SACS Spring Fling 2025 fundraising event.
• SAGE Dining ServicescoreOthersSAGE Dining provides campus food service for all PreK-12 students. Each student must have a lunch account managed through the FACTS Family Portal. SAGE offers hot lunches with a menu available online. Secondary parents can view meal selections daily, while elementary parents see a fixed per-meal price.
• FACTS (RenWeb / SIS)coreTechnology or IntegrationFACTS (formerly RenWeb) is the school management system providing the FACTS Family Portal for enrollment, grade reporting, schedules, tuition billing (annual, semester, monthly), lunch account management, and student medical records (Magnus Health integration). This is the primary operational platform for all family-facing school processes.
• Canvas LMScoreTechnology or IntegrationCanvas is the online learning management platform used at SACS where students and parents access assignments, grades, and important class information. It serves as the primary digital classroom interface.
• Risse Brothers School UniformscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRisse Brothers School Uniforms operates an on-campus storefront at SACS and also serves as the online uniform vendor. The store supplies all school-approved uniforms and Lion Spirit Wear meeting the school's dress code requirements.
• Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA)coreOthersTEFA is a Texas state school choice program (Education Freedom Account) that SACS participates in. The school provides information, FAQs, and updates to help families understand how TEFA funding may apply to their tuition at SACS while the school remains committed to its Christ-centered mission.
• Texas Association of Baptist Schools (ACTABS) — Listed on Preview Day pageminorOthersListed as an accreditation body on the Middle School Preview Day page alongside ACSI, SACS (Cognia), and TAAPS.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Prestonwood Christian Academy: Large non-denominational Christian PreK-12 school in Plano, Texas. Closest direct peer by faith-based K-12 model, college-prep mission, and covenant-equivalent family partnership structure; differs by serving the Dallas-Fort Worth metro.
• Liberty Christian School: Non-denominational Christian PreK-12 school in Argyle, Texas (Dallas-Fort Worth). Direct peer by faith-based mission, college-prep academics, and similar extracurricular structure including athletics and fine arts.
• Harvest Christian Academy: Non-denominational Christian PreK-12 school in Waco, Texas. Direct peer by faith-based mission, college-prep model, and participation in TAPPS athletic competition.
• The Woodlands Christian Academy: Non-denominational Christian PreK-12 school in The Woodlands, Texas. Direct peer by faith-based mission, college-prep academics, and Houston-area metro positioning; comparable tuition, athletic, and fine arts programs.
• Regents School of Austin: Non-denominational Christian PreK-12 classical school in Austin, Texas. Direct peer by faith-based college-prep model, covenant-equivalent family partnership, and rigorous academic reputation.
• Faith West Academy: Non-denominational Christian PreK-12 school in Katy, Texas (Houston metro). Direct peer by faith-based model, college-prep curriculum, and TAPPS athletic participation.
• Trinity Christian Academy (Xenia, OH / Addison, TX): Non-denominational Christian PreK-12 school with campuses in Texas. Direct peer by faith-based covenant model, college-prep curriculum, and TAPPS athletic participation.

Regional players

• St. Mary's Hall: Independent, non-sectarian PreK-12 private school in San Antonio, Texas. Closest direct competitor in the same metro serving the same affluent Christian and non-Christian family segments, with a similar college-prep model and comparable tuition band.
• TMI - The Episcopal School of Texas: Faith-based PreK-12 college-prep school in San Antonio, Texas. Closest faith-based regional peer by geography, grade span, and college-prep curriculum, though Episcopal rather than non-denominational Christian.
• Keystone School: Independent PreK-12 private school in San Antonio, Texas. Comparable by market segment, college-prep curriculum, and small class size model; differs by being secular rather than faith-based.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/sacs4hclub
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/san-antonio-christian-school

Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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