About Grande Ronde Christian Academy

Welcome

Founded in 2001, Grande Ronde Christian Academy is a private Christian school committed to providing a Biblically grounded education. We pursue academic excellence while intentionally developing strong character and faith in our students.

Serving kindergarten through 8th grade, our goal is to equip each student to grow academically, spiritually, and personally, preparing them to make a meaningful impact in their families, community, and beyond.

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Small Class Sizes

Students thrive with the remarkable amount of personal interaction that comes with a student/teacher ratio that averages 10:1 and typically does not exceed 17:1.

Community

Grande Ronde Christian Academy has students/graduates representing the following communities: Cove, Imbler, La Grande, Starkey, Island City, Summerville & Union.

Chapel

Weekly interdenominational chapel services are held in the sanctuary with messages from pastors from local churches. Students participate with worship and leading chapel.

Athletics

As interest and numbers allow, the following teams are available:

Fall Cross Country Co-ed 6-8th Grade & Fall Volleyball Co-ed 4th-8th Grade
Winter Basketball Girls and Boys 4th-8th Grade
Spring Track & Field Girls and Boys 6th-8th Grade
Swim Lessons for grades 3-6, organized by GRCA through the Veteran's Memorial Pool.
Year Round Swimming is available through the La Grande Swim Club which meets across the street at the Veteran’s Memorial Pool

Academic Achievements

Achievement testing is administered to all students each spring. This standardized test covers several academic areas. The school uses these scores to help teachers, parents, and administrators evaluate the effectiveness of the curriculum, improve the quality of instruction and learning for all students and make informed decisions to promote the academic growth of our students.

Accreditation

Grande Ronde Christian Academy is registered as a private school with the Oregon Department of Education.

Grande Ronde Christian Academy is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and the Oregon Small School Association. ACSI strives to equip Christian educators and schools worldwide to effectively educate children and young people with the mind of Christ.

History

Opened in September 2001, Grande Ronde Christian Academy was founded by a dedicated group of parent representatives following the closure of La Grande Christian School earlier that year. What began with just three teachers and twenty students has grown into a lasting and meaningful presence in the community.

Now celebrating 25 years of Christ-centered education, the school stands as a testament to God’s faithfulness and the commitment of families, staff, and supporters who have invested in generations of students. Over the years, the academy experienced a couple of relocations before settling into its current home in 2009, where it has continued to grow and thrive.

A significant milestone came in 2019 with the purchase of the building the school has occupied since 2009—further establishing its roots and long-term impact in the community.

As the school marks its 25th anniversary, it celebrates not only its history but also the lives it has shaped, the families it has served, and its ongoing mission to make a lasting difference for Christ in the Grande Ronde Valley.

Biblical Worldview

Every person has a worldview whether it is religious or not. Some examples are the secular worldview that teaches beliefs are a matter of preference; the scientific worldview that is based solely on ideas that can be tested with empirical observation with results that can be reproduced; and the postmodern worldview which believes there is no absolute truth, and that truth is used to suppress and oppress the less powerful. So, what is a biblical worldview? A biblical worldview is a worldview based on God’s unchanging Word. Since God is the Creator of everything in heaven and earth, He is the standard for truth. God is all-powerful, all-knowing, and unchanging. At GRCA we want to be very transparent and ensure that our families understand that GRCA provides a biblical worldview education with curriculum that is consistent with that worldview, and the understanding that our worldview should be based in Scripture, not in tradition. While tradition can be important and helpful, it is not our authority. The descriptions in this paragraph are credited to BJU Press, for full article, click here.

We are a Christian Community school with students and families who are affiliated with more than 10 local churches.

Christian School Membership

Grande Ronde Christian Academy is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International and Oregon Small Schools Association.

Finances

Student tuition and fees cover teacher salaries, which make up approximately 70% of the budget; the remainder of the operating expenses account for 30% of the budget and are covered through donations and fundraising.

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