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July 2025 by Tara Jacobs
I’m deeply disappointed and disheartened by my recent experience with Grace Christian Schools. I had reached out to inquire about enrollment for my son, who is entering kindergarten next year. He has a mild speech delay and I wanted to know if the school would be able to accommodate basic support, such as allowing a little extra time to process assignments. He has no behavioral issues, is fully potty trained, does not require an aide, and has made significant progress — even meeting all his prior IEP goals.
Despite explaining that the IEP on file was outdated and no longer reflective of his current abilities, I was told it needed to be reviewed by the principal. After waiting over a week for a response, I was informed by Kim that my son would not be a good fit — without anyone ever meeting him, asking more questions, or attempting to understand who he is today.
For a Christian school to make such a judgment without even offering the opportunity to assess or get to know a child is not only disappointing but heartbreaking. Children born in 2020, like many others, faced developmental delays due to the pandemic. One would expect a faith-based institution to lead with compassion and inclusion — especially when the need is as simple as a little patience.
Shame on this school for missing the chance to support a bright, capable child just because he doesn’t fit perfectly into a box. This kind of exclusion is not reflective of the values they claim to stand for.
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November 2023 by Qelleigh M.
The best thing I can say about this place is that it's small and cheap for private school...but there's a reason. The school's administration is manipulated and bullied by the associated church and its board and pastor - all of which are arrogant, petty, and disinterested in keep the school alive. The buildings are falling apart. Most classes are in portables that have HVAC problems constantly. The good teachers left or leave and so do families looking for a good place to school their children. Kids can't keep consistent peer groups because of all the turnover. Sometimes they have a middle school. Sometimes they don't. Sometimes there's a PTO. Sometimes there's not. Rules and policies change on a whim. The church pastor who is a complete and utter narcissistic A-hole has more sway over the school than is appropriate. One of the board members thinks it's funny to kill the little gophers on campus. Non-handicapped parents use the handicapped spots as parking to just run in to get their kids. The ties to and reputation with the community is dismal. Christian values are preached here but rarely practiced. This place is toxic and petty. Edit: yeah, it's been a couple years since we had our kid attend Grace. And yep, they kicked him out of their after school chess program which was advertised as open to the community after we signed up, paid, and had him attend w his friends for several weeks when suddenly a new policy emerged and he wasn't allowed to continue. So Grace decided to punish my child because....we took our kid to a school to suit his needs? You guys are swell. Keep up the good "Christian" work guys. Way to be Christ to the community. Nothing, absolutely nothing I said is untrue. Petty jerks.
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May 2023 by The Plauches S.
Love love love this school!!! This is my oldests first year and school and we couldn't have picked a better school, it's truly like joining a family. The teachers and staff are amazing and recognize each and every student. They teach amazing foundations and love for God that our son brings home and shares and it fills my heart with joy. Can't wait for our littlest guy to start next year!
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April 2023 by Marina Wetrosky
We love the personalized experience our daughter has enjoyed at GCS for the past four years. The staff is responsive, the teachers are caring and skilled, and the whole school community feels like family.
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February 2023 by Colten Yoder
We love it here. We had our oldest in public school through the 2nd grade and it was very difficult for him. He dealt with constant bullying, large class sizes, even being pushed down a flight of stairs among many other incidents. Sadly, public school is not what it once was as most teachers are handcuffed. We made the transition over to Grace Christian this year and the transformation has been amazing for both of my kids. The education is great, emotionally they are happy, and both of them love the staff and the other kids. They have formed a great foundation with God this year and we cant wait to build upon it every year.
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February 2022 by Angela H.
We have been at Grace since preschool and now my girls are in 8th and 10th grade. My 10th grader is currently in a Christian private High School, taking all Honors classes and is a straight A student. My 8th grader also has been an 'A' student at Grace and next year will also be attending high school with her sister. I was the librarian at Grace for 3 years, so I had a unique perspective as I got to hear the teachers talk and pray for their students regularly. I really got to know the present principal as she was both my daughters 4th grade teacher and she was my prayer partner for a year as well. She is a strong faithful follower of Christ and loves the school with a passion. It's not just a job, she feels it is her calling. I was overjoyed when Johanna Hendries became the principal 3 years ago. Grace school was the closest thing to homeschooling my children. It's small, and everyone knows your child's name. Keep in mind there are no perfect schools but we believe God led us to Grace over 10 years ago and Grace has served our family well!
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January 2022 by Rachel B.
Both of my kids attended here for two years of preschool. They both had Ms. Ramelow for their first year and Mrs. Middleton for their second year. Our experience with both teachers and the entire staff was incredible! Their love for the kids and their love for Jesus is evident in all their words and actions. Ms. Ramelow is so loving and wonderful and gave my kids an amazing first year of school experience. Mrs. Middleton is an incredible teacher who knows how to meet each child's needs. I know my kids' success in kindergarten is largely in part because of how well she taught them and prepped them in pre-k. After my daughter was done with her class, we moved out of the area, but continued to drive from 40 minutes away so that my son could have a year with Mrs. Middleton before going to kindergarten, and I'm so glad we did! I personally can't speak about the elementary and middle school part of GCS, but I 100% recommend the preschool!
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January 2022 by Mary B.
Miss Middletown is the most unprofessional and not even certified teacher. She was so rude and aggressive to my son, who had complained to her about another little boy picking on him. When she didn't do anything about it and we had to get involved, her response to my son was even more aggressive and when my 5 year old would try to play with the little boy or talk to him "she would tell him, stay away from him since your mom has complained about you and this kid playing together" the school didn't do anything to correct the boy who was bullying our son, instead the teacher made allies with the other mom and made me feel horrible as a mom. We ended up taking our son out of this school and would NOT recommend it to anyone for the money that is paid here. Miss Middletown actions were nothing Christian or what should be preached. Miss Middletown's education does not equal to how poorly she acted and handled the situation with a 5 year old! We will forever remember our first time experience when our kid was in preschool. She should also work on being professional and more patient.
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December 2016 by Donald Goodrich
Very good school. My daughter not only was getting a good education while attending. She also grew in her relationship and understand the Lord!
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December 2013 by Hermes
It's a little hard to find but other than that, it's a good school. My niece went to a previous school and didn't really learn much. The teachers at this school are much better.
