Academics

At First Baptist Schools, we believe that academic excellence is not only a means of preparing students for higher education but also a calling to steward the minds God has given us for His glory. We are committed to developing students who are academically prepared, spiritually grounded, and intellectually equipped to make a difference for Christ in their future vocations and communities.

 

FBS functions as a college-preparatory school, offering a rigorous, well-rounded curriculum that challenges students to think critically, communicate effectively, and apply biblical principles to all areas of learning. Our academic program meets and exceeds the requirements set forth by the California Department of Education, ensuring that students are fully prepared for success at the collegiate level and beyond.

 

Every student follows a prescribed course of study, thoughtfully recommended to ensure that they maximize their academic potential during their time at FBS. Education at FBS is

more than the accumulation of knowledge—it is the formation of character, the pursuit of wisdom, and the preparation to fulfill God’s purpose in each student’s life.

 

Affiliations and Accreditations

FBS is a member of the Golden State Association of Christian Schools, the California affiliate of the American Association of Christian Schools. FBS is agency approved by the State Department of Education. FBS is also in the process of obtaining accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

 

FBS is also a member of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF), the governing body for high school sports in California. As a CIF member school, FBS upholds the highest standards of sportsmanship, eligibility, safety, and competitive integrity in all athletic competitions. Participation in CIF-sanctioned events allows our student-athletes to compete with excellence while developing character, teamwork, and a Christlike attitude both on and off the field.

 

Age Requirements

Students must be four years old by September 1st for the 2025-2026 school year for K4 and six years old by September 1st for first grade. No student who is twenty years old or older will be allowed to graduate from FBS.

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Achievement Tests

All students in first through eleventh grade are given achievement tests in the spring of each year to measure their achievement in areas such as English, math, science, and social studies. FBS uses the Iowa Achievement Test Series. A report will be sent home with the results of these tests.