Grace Christian School

I attended Grace for 13 years. Things haven't changed apparently as my experience mirrors the other low reviews. What many fail to bring out is that Grace is a conservative, independent fundamentalist baptist "world view" school. The doctrine and (Baptist) theology they go into during Jr & Sr high years will make or break your interest in this school. If you do not attend Grace, your child will be looked down upon as an outcast and will be subtly led to believe all family members and parents are hell bound because they do not believe the "true" doctrines they teach. Highlights of what they believe - The universe was created 6000 years ago, women may only wear loose fitting past-the-knee skirts / dresses (to wear pants/shorts will deem you backslidden), all non-creationist scientists are evil, "Mother Theresa is in hell & Billy Graham is headed there" (Direct quote from a bible teacher, "because she was Catholic"). Outward appearances are paramount regardless of spirit. True teenage struggles are NOT dealt with and you are made to feel as if you are backslidden and just need to pray "more". I was woefully ill-prepared for life outside of the baptist-conservative "bubble".

I was a teacher and a parent at this school. It is one on the poorest school you ever could imagine. The high school adminstrator has no understanding of the students let alone the teachers. The new pastor is even worse. STAY AWAY !!!!
--Submitted by a parent

I attended Grace for 14 yrs k - 12th. The education I recieved there was excellent, however, I feel that I would have had more opportunities had i gone to a public school. Many of the disciplinary actions that took place at the school were double standard, and lacked consistency. They are very narrow minded in thier views on spirituality, and often make students who are not of the 'independent baptist' denomination feel inferior, or isolated. They also try to make it seem like public schools are bad and if you go to one you will be involved with sex drugs... etc. At Grace you are not introduced to any of this, or told how to handle a situation where those things are present. If you are a parent who wishes for your child to live a sheltered life then by all means grace is the place for you...
--Submitted by a student

I am a parent of a child that has been at Grace for several years and I can honestly say that Grace is the only place that I would put my child for their education. Grace offers a wide variety of extracuricular activites for the students, many fine arts opportunities as well as numerous athletic programs. They provide a loving and safe environment in which the children can learn effectively. It is disappointing to read such negative reviews but please understand that these are the minority not the majority. In a time of economic struggles Grace provides a great education for your money.
--Submitted by a parent

I am a former student of this school. I enjoyed grades 1-6 but hated every minute of Jr. high and high school. I was on the honor roll most years but I am now taking classes that I should have taken in high school at college. The principle is biggest problem. He continues ruin the school and the school board does nothing. Many parents are upset but are afraid to say anything because fear of retaliation towards their children. My younger sister recently has been taken out of the school is doing much better in public school where they treat her very kind. Stay away from this school.
--Submitted by a student

I attended grace from kindergarten through high school graduation. I loved my experience there, and overall am thankful I attended, but there are some things I didn't like throughout the years. The school is very legalistic, implying (but not directly saying) that you're not a Christian if you a) attend a different denominational church, b) wear pants if you're a girl, c) don't adhere to all of their rules (which they in turn are able to profess that all such rules come directly from the Bible (their interpretation of it). If you do not attend their church, you (as a student) will feel very left out and looked down upon as GBC students are given preference in many things (although no one would ever admit to this - i watched it first hand for over 13 years). Just be wary of their strict rules and condescending outlook on all things
--Submitted by a student

I think grace is too strict and they want to control every aspect of your life.The teachers are careing but the administration is not.I would not send my kids here.
--Submitted by a student

Having had two children graduate from GCS I can say that I have been pleased with educational, social and spiritual training my children have received. Their transition into college was smooth and their academic background made the transition much better. No school is perfect but I selected a school that would best mirror our world view and help us in the training of our children. Grace did that and more. My wife and I highly recommend GCS for your educational needs.
--Submitted by a parent

I am pleased how this school year is going so far. My children enjoy going, but mind you it is still the first few weeks of school. The administration seems to be friendlier this year, which is a breath of fresh air. The teachers seem to be more open to suggestions and less moody.
--Submitted by a parent

I just came informed of this website, and I am a little disturbed. I have been involved with this School for many years and have had few problems. I think you should take everything with a grain of salt and come to see Grace for yourself. The school is structured and loving. The teachers and administration are willing to help. Every school has problems, but I have never had a problem or concern which was not handled quickly. I would recommend this school to anyone looking for an upscale private Christian School with wonderful, loving and compassionate teachers and staff. You feel the love for God and knowing that your children are not acceptable to drugs, profanity and overall worldliness is a big relief.
--Submitted by a parent