School History
Grace Community School was founded by Grace Community Church in 1973 and began with an enrollment of 60 students in grades 2-12. With the completion of the high school building in 1996, Grace expanded to two locations keeping the elementary on Old Jacksonville Road and moving the junior high and high school to University Boulevard. Today the school exists as a
K4-12, coeducational, college-preparatory day school with selective admissions. At more than 965 students it is the largest private school in East Texas. The curriculum is rigorous and high moral standards are expected and encouraged.
Mission Statement
To assist Christian parents in educating, equipping, and encouraging their children to influence the world for Christ.
Accreditation
Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Affiliations
Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS); Texas Association of College Admissions Counselors (TACAC); National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP); North American Coalition for Christian Admissions Professionals (NACCAP); Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD)
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Student Body
K4-12 1018
Elementary 426
Junior High 255
High School 337
Student Make-up
Grace students come from all socio-economic backgrounds. Because the mission of Grace is one of discipleship, rather than outreach, we serve Christian parents and students. Although Grace is a ministry of Grace Community Church, a majority of Grace school students are from families that attend other churches. Our students come from all denominations within the Christian faith.
SAT Summary
Class of 2011 Grace Texas National
Math & Reading 1133 989 1017
Writing 560 473 492
ACT Summary
Class of 2010 Grace Texas National
Mean Composite 25.3 20.8 21.1
Middle 50% Range 23-27
Location and Contact Info
Lower Campus: 3215 Old Jacksonville Road, Tyler, Texas 75701 903-593-1977
Upper Campus: 3001 University Blvd, Tyler, Texas 75701 903-566-5661
Administrative Offices: 3025 University Blvd, Tyler, Texas 75701 903-566-5678