Schools for Troubled Teens
Timothy Hill Academy
NY/TN, NY
Ozark Trails Academy
Willow Springs, MO
Master’s Ranch Christian Academy
Couch, MO
Wolf Creek Academy
Mars Hill, NC
Thrive Girls Ranch & Home
Austin, TX
Stillwater Academy
Salt Lake, UT
Resolution Ranch
Austin, TX
New Hope Boys Home
San Antonio, TX
Ben Lippen School
Columbia, SC
ADDRESS: PO Box 3999 7401 Monticellow Rd, Columbia, South Carolina 29230
Ben Lippen School is a private coed school in Columbia, South Carolina. Columbia is a rural area in Richland County, where you will find 28 other private schools. Unlike most schools, however, Ben Lippen School offers students room and board. In terms of religious orientation, Ben Lippen School is a Christian, no specific denomination, school.The academic school years lasts 174 calendar days and each day students spend 7 hours in class. In 2011, 100% of the graduating senior class went on to 4-year colleges.53.1 full-time equivalent teachers are on staff to educate the student body of 761 students in grades PK-12. That's a student-teacher ratio of 14.33. We look more closely at students and teachers in several charts below. More about Ben Lippen School
12Coed793 Students57 TeachersBoise Girls Academy
Boise, ID
ADDRESS: 1723 S Horton St, Nampa, ID 83686
Boise Girls Academy is a lower cost Christian residential boarding school in Nampa, Idaho that serves struggling teenage girls between the ages of 13 and 17. Parents of girls from across the nation trust Boise Girls Academy to help solve their girl’s behavioral, academic, emotional, or relational struggles.See the Website Here >>What is the purpose of the Boise Girls Academy program?The program is designed to help girls develop healthier thinking patterns, rebuild family relationships, and gain a strong spiritual and personal foundation for their future. Boise Girls Academy combines a structured residential environment with mentoring, academics, counseling support, and faith-based guidance intended to help young women change destructive behaviors and rediscover their purpose.How is Boise Girls Academy structured?It is structured as a long-term residential… More about Boise Girls Academy
8 - 12All-girl35 StudentsTeachersCanyonville Christian Academy
Canyonville, OR
ADDRESS: PO Box 1100, Canyonville, Oregon 97417
Canyonville Christian Academy is a private coed school in Canyonville, Oregon. Canyonville is a rural area in Douglas County, where you will find 7 other private schools. Unlike most schools, however, Canyonville Christian Academy offers students room and board. In terms of religious orientation, Canyonville Christian Academy is a Christian, no specific denomination, school.The academic school years lasts 175 calendar days and each day students spend 7 hours in class. In 2011, 75% of the graduating senior class went on to 4-year colleges.10.1 full-time equivalent teachers are on staff to educate the student body of 116 students in grades 9-12. That's a student-teacher ratio of 11.49. We look more closely at students and teachers in several charts below. More about Canyonville Christian Academy
9 - 12Coed116 Students12 TeachersCardigan Mountain School
Canaan, NH
ADDRESS: 62 Alumni Dr, Canaan, New Hampshire 03741
Cardigan Mountain School is a private all-boy school in Canaan, New Hampshire. Including Cardigan Mountain School, there are 16 private schools in Grafton County. The campus is located in an area described as a rural area by administrators. In terms of religious orientation, Cardigan Mountain School is a Christian, no specific denomination, school. The academic school years lasts 180 calendar days and each day students spend 7 hours in class. 40.8 full-time equivalent teachers are on staff to educate the student body of 200 students in grades 6-9. That's a student-teacher ratio of 4.90. We look more closely at students and teachers in several charts below. More about Cardigan Mountain School
6 - 9All-boy200 Students45 TeachersLinden Hill School
Northfield, MA
ADDRESS: 154 S Mountain Rd, Northfield, Massachusetts 01360
Linden Hill School is a private all-boy school in Northfield, Massachusetts. Northfield is a rural area in Franklin County. Franklin County is home to 9 private schools, including Linden Hill School. In terms of religious orientation, Linden Hill School is a Christian, no specific denomination, school. The academic school years lasts 180 calendar days and each day students spend 9 hours in class. 10.5 full-time equivalent teachers are on staff to educate the student body of 41 students in grades 6-9. That's a student-teacher ratio of 3.90. We look more closely at students and teachers in several charts below. More about Linden Hill School
6 - 9All-boy41 Students12 TeachersMaster’s Ranch Christian Academy
Couch, MO
ADDRESS: 1669 HWY KK, COUCH, MO 65690
We're a ranch-based boarding school designed just for at-risk and struggling boys between the ages of 12 and 17.Boys at MRCA and their families find new help, healing, and reconciliation when they had almost lost hope. Our boarding school offers a small family environment in an agricultural setting with a balance of discipline and training in an unmistakable atmosphere of mentoring, love and acceptance. Through education, hard work, vocational training, working with animals, recreation, family interaction, and counseling, each boy is given the tools needed to regain the confidence, self-respect and spiritual footing necessary to embrace his family and his future.The dedicated staff of Master’s Ranch is committed to helping you fight for your child’s future and to help him rebuild the smoldering bridges… More about Master’s Ranch Christian Academy
6 - 12All-boyStudentsTeachersMonte Vista Christian School
Watsonville, CA
ADDRESS: 2 School Way, Watsonville, California 95076
Monte Vista Christian School is a coed private institution that serves grades 6 - 12. This institution was founded in 1926 and has been around for nearly a century. Monte Vista Christian School offers scholarships for a wide variety of disciplines and they also present great opportunities for community service. This school is located in the city of Watsonville, California which is an agricultural region within the state. Students at Monte Vista do not have to complete community requirements but they are strongly encouraged to participate within as many community programs as possible. The reason Monte Vista desires for its students to engage in community service is that they want their pupils to be well-rounded individuals. Monte Vista provides community service for senior citizens,… More about Monte Vista Christian School
6 - 12Coed845 Students62 TeachersNew Hope Boys Home
San Antonio, TX
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An affordable boarding school for struggling boys, ages 12-17, located near San Antonio, Texas. New Hope Boys Home offers life transformation to boys who are struggling with life-impacting behaviors, addictions or attitudes.This program includes a number of elements, but their overall goal is to see boys prepared to transition successfully back to a normal and healthy lifestyle, whether that be college, ministry or the workforce. Ideally, we want to see every young man following God.Spiritual Direction and GrowthThey have a supportive relationship with a local church, which supports the work and ministry of New Hope Boys Home and also provides a church home. Boys and staff attend services and participate in missions projects. Boys also work through the Teen Challenge discipleship curriculum as part… More about New Hope Boys Home
7 - 12All-boyStudentsTeachersOzark Trails Academy
Willow Springs, MO
ADDRESS: Route 1 Box 169, Willow Springs, Missouri 65793
The residential treatment program provides outstanding clinical therapy, incredible academic learning, and amazing outdoor responsibility and adventure for teen girls and boys, ages 13-19, who are looking for help and need to discover real change.Outstanding Clinical TherapyOzark Trails Academy accepts students year-round and is licensed to provide all levels of therapeutic care for troubled teen boys and girls, ages 13-19, with mild to moderate emotional and behavioral problems, and those who are experiencing future-impacting relational or emotional difficulties brought on by trauma. Limiting our care to 24 teens allows our 6 licensed therapists and experience trained staffers to give more attention to each struggling child. An individualized clinical therapy plan and focused care helps our students move to a better place mentally and emotionally… More about Ozark Trails Academy
7 - 12Coed35 StudentsTeachersResolution Ranch
Austin, TX
ADDRESS: County Rd 203 Loop, Cameron, TX 76520
This is a place where addicted or at-risk boys age 13-17 can can solve their issues and gain a new perspective on life. Nature has a way of bringing us down to earth and rekindling meaningful introspection. Outdoor activities like fishing on the lake, hiking the trails, and horseback riding, help students reconnect with the world and the people in it.On 500 acres of open ranch land, Resolution Ranch has an enrollment of approximately 32 students, with a 25 full-time staff. Boys benefit from seven of our staff members on his team—our licensed therapists, equine therapists, direct care workers, teachers, childcare administrators, and counselors work together to provide 24/7 supervision and support. This consistent interaction encourages camaraderie among students and staff, helping them achieve… More about Resolution Ranch
12All-boy35 StudentsTeachersRiver View Christian Academy
, TX
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We help girls, ages 12-17, who are struggling academically due to negative influences or behavior. We are located on 45 beautiful acres near Austin, Texas. Its purpose is to provide a safe, structured, and supportive setting for struggling teenage girls.One of the most important aspects of redirecting a girl who is struggling is for her to be moved to an environment that is structured with a routine schedule that they can count on. We believe in student boundaries in all areas of life. Another reason for our success over 25 years at River View Christian Academy is the high level of staff and parent involvement. This is not just a job for the staff, it is their passion.River View Christian Academy was established in… More about River View Christian Academy
12All-girlStudentsTeachersSafe Harbor Academy
Jacksonville, FL
ADDRESS: 4772 Safe Harbor Way, Jacksonville, FL 32226
Safe Harbor Academy — A Life-Changing Maritime Experience for Struggling Teenage Boys For more than 40 years, Safe Harbor Academy has offered struggling teenage boys something remarkably different from a traditional boarding school or residential program: the opportunity to change the direction of their lives through a structured, Christ-centered education built around the challenges and rewards of life on the water.Located along the St. Johns River in Jacksonville, Florida, Safe Harbor combines academics, counseling and mentoring, maritime training, vocational education, character development, and Christian principles in a highly experiential residential environment. Founded in 1984, the program has impacted more than 1,300 young men and continues its original mission of helping boys develop into responsible, mature, and independent young adults.Where Maritime Activities Enhance the ClassroomOne of the most distinctive aspects of Safe Harbor is its… More about Safe Harbor Academy
9 - 12All-boy25 StudentsTeachersSt. Anne’s-Belfield School
Charlottesville, VA
ADDRESS: 2132 Ivy Rd, Charlottesville, Virginia 22903
Located on about 50 acres in Charlottesville, Virginia, St. Anne's-Belfield School is a boarding school located near the campus of the University of Virginia. While it was originally opened as a female-only school run by the local Episcopal Church, the school became coeducational in 1957 and in 1985 it became an independent academic institution. The school caters to students in Kindergarten through 12th grade, with a five or seven-day boarding program available for high school students. While the boarding students live on campus, they are matched with the family of one of the school's day students. The goal is to keep the students from feeling the social isolation that can come from living in a boarding school environment. In recent years, St. Anne's-Belfield School… More about St. Anne’s-Belfield School
12Coed892 Students111 TeachersSunset Bay Academy
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ADDRESS: Playas de Tijuana, Jardines Playas de Tijuana, 22500 Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico
Where Affordable, Faith-Based Therapy Helps Teens Begin a New Direction. Sunset Bay Academy is a Christian-based residential boarding school and therapeutic program for teens who are facing emotional, behavioral, or academic challenges. Located in Baja California, just minutes from San Diego, the campus offers a peaceful, structured setting where students can reset, reflect, and rebuild their lives. The academy affordably serves boys and girls between the ages of 12 and 17 who have gotten off track and need focused help to move forward with hope and purpose.Teens are surrounded by caring staff, personalized support, and a strong foundation of faith and character. The program works with each student to address their unique needs while helping the entire family grow through the process.Who Sunset Bay Academy… More about Sunset Bay Academy
3 - 12Coed39 StudentsTeachersTallulah Falls School
Tallulah Falls, GA
ADDRESS: PO Box 249, Tallulah Falls, Georgia 30573
Tallulah Falls School is a private coed school in Tallulah Falls, a rural area in Georgia. 2 other private schools are located in Habersham County too, but very few - if any - are boarding schools like Tallulah Falls School is. In terms of religious orientation, Tallulah Falls School is a Christian, no specific denomination, school. The academic school years lasts 180 calendar days and each day students spend 7 hours in class. In 2011, 95% of the graduating senior class went on to 4-year colleges. 31.5 full-time equivalent teachers are on staff to educate the student body of 331 students in grades 6-12. That's a student-teacher ratio of 10.51. We look more closely at students and teachers in several charts below. More about Tallulah Falls School
6 - 12Coed331 Students34 TeachersThe Brook Hill School
Bullard, TX
ADDRESS: 1051 N Houston St, Bullard, Texas 75757
An independent, Christian school on 280 acres, Brook Hill's mission is to provide excellence in college preparatory education, affirm the gifts and challenge the potential of each student, and encourage students to honor God through Christ-like character. The faculty, 70% of whom hold graduate degrees, provides a classical education from a Christian worldview. Competitive fine arts and athletic options include art, drama, orchestra and vocal music alongside baseball, basketball, football, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, track and field, and volleyball. The Brook Hill School population currently includes over 660 students in grades PK-12 with homes across Texas and around the world. Comprehensive, quality programs at The Brook Hill School continue to be attractive to those who value a college preparatory education taught within the context… More about The Brook Hill School
12Coed660 Students56 TeachersThe Stony Brook School
Stony Brook, NY
ADDRESS: 1 Chapman Pkwy, Stony Brook, New York 11790
The Stony Brook School is a private coed school in Stony Brook, New York. Including The Stony Brook School, there are 71 private schools in Suffolk County. The campus is located in an area described as a large suburb by administrators. In terms of religious orientation, The Stony Brook School is a Christian, no specific denomination, school.The academic school years lasts 165 calendar days and each day students spend 7 hours in class. In 2011, 99% of the graduating senior class went on to 4-year colleges.39.4 full-time equivalent teachers are on staff to educate the student body of 314 students in grades 7-12. That's a student-teacher ratio of 7.97. We look more closely at students and teachers in several charts below. More about The Stony Brook School
7 - 12Coed314 Students44 TeachersThrive Girls Ranch & Home
Austin, TX
ADDRESS: Austin, Texas
We are a year-round Christian boarding school for difficult and misbehaving girls, ages 12-17, located near Austin, Texas.Thrive Girls Ranch & Home is an affordable, year-round Christian boarding school for girls ages 12-17 who are misbehaving and struggling with self-destructive or dangerous behaviors. We help girls transform into responsible, respectful and gracious young women. The therapeutic residential program in Central Texas features licensed counselors, a focus on academics, and a milieu of therapeutic activities. Girls also benefit from vocational training and mentoring, and it is all designed to help girls transition into a life where they thrive!How Girls Benefit from Attending Thrive Girls Ranch & HomeThrive is a boarding school that puts each girl’s schoolwork and grades back on track while also focusing on… More about Thrive Girls Ranch & Home
6 - 12All-girl6 Students7 TeachersTimothy Hill Academy
NY/TN, NY
ADDRESS: NY/TN
Helping Troubled Boys Who Need a Second Chance to Learn, Find Purpose, and Transform Through Love Nonprofit therapeutic boarding schools in New York and Tennessee are designed to help troubled boys between the ages of 13-17. Each campus thrives in an equestrian, adventure-based environment with the goal of transforming lives through love. Trained professional staff teach teens how to become productive citizens through career counseling, caseworker and caretaker support, and by creating a plan for transitioning back into their community. Each campus provides a safe place for boys to work through and resolve the issues that have thrown their lives out of balance. The Tennessee campus has six homes and two horse farms spread across 86 acres. The caring, transformational program is a blend of:… More about Timothy Hill Academy
12All-boy35 StudentsTeachersWolf Creek Academy
Mars Hill, NC
ADDRESS: 41 Beauty Spot Cove Rd, Mars Hill, NC 28754
Wolf Creek is a therapeutic boarding school and Christian boarding school helping adolescents (ages 13-17) who are experiencing behavioral difficulties, anger, depression, academic failure, or attachment disorders. It is located in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina.It also offers an accredited school program, including college preparatory education. WCA's therapy is designed for teenage boys and girls with a history of behavior difficulties, strained family relationships, or other emotional problems. Their focus is to help turn lives around for struggling teens and their families.Wolf Creek Academy specializes in Academics, Anger Management, Social Development, and working with difficult teens or those struggling with Depression, Drug Abuse, ODD, ADD, and ADHD. They also work with students who are on prescribed medication under the direction of their… More about Wolf Creek Academy
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More About Christian Boarding Schools (Non-Denominational)
A Christian boarding school is an educational institution that integrates academic learning with Christian values and practices, providing a residential environment for students. These schools are designed not only to deliver a strong academic curriculum but also to foster spiritual development based on Christian teachings. The goal is to cultivate both intellectual growth and moral integrity, preparing students to become responsible and principled adults. At a Christian boarding school, students live on campus, which allows them to immerse themselves fully in an educational community where learning extends beyond the classroom.
In terms of personal and academic development, Christian boarding schools offer structured settings that can help teenagers excel as students and individuals. The small class sizes typically found in these schools ensure personalized attention from educators, which can be crucial for students needing extra help or seeking to maximize their academic potential. Moreover, the regimented daily schedule helps instill discipline and time management skills. Beyond academics, these schools emphasize character development through community service and leadership opportunities, underpinned by Christian values such as integrity, compassion, and respect for others.
Faith plays a central role in the operation and philosophy of Christian boarding schools. Daily life in these institutions often includes worship services, Bible studies, and prayer sessions, which are integrated into the curriculum and residential life. This integration of faith and education aims to provide students with a moral compass that guides their decisions and actions, enriching their personal growth and strengthening their commitment to Christian values. The community environment encourages students to explore their spirituality and build lasting relationships with peers who share similar values.
The cost of attending a Christian boarding school can vary widely depending on factors such as location, facilities, and the specific program offerings of the school. On average, tuition can range from $10,000 to $50,000 per year. Some schools may offer financial aid, scholarships, or sliding scale fees based on family income to make education more accessible. It’s important for families considering this option to thoroughly research different schools to understand the full cost and the financial assistance that may be available, ensuring the school aligns with both their budget and their educational and spiritual objectives.
Overall, Christian boarding schools provide a holistic education that emphasizes academic excellence, personal development, and spiritual growth. By blending rigorous education with Christian principles, they prepare students not only for academic success but also for meaningful and principled lives. For many families, the investment in such education is seen not just as a financial commitment but as a profound investment in their children’s future.
