Welcome to Eagle Ridge Christian School
Biblically Based. Academically Excellent. Purpose Driven.
Rooted in Faith, Growing Through Excellence
Founded in 1982 by Dr. Mark Carbaugh, Eagle Ridge Christian School (originally Christian Faith Academy) was established with a clear mission — to raise up young men and women grounded in Christian principles and prepared for lifelong service.
From humble beginnings with 32 students and 3 teachers, Eagle Ridge has grown into a fully accredited institution serving over 200 students and employing more than 40 dedicated faculty and staff. Over the years, we’ve expanded our campus, curriculum, athletic offerings, and student services — all while remaining anchored in our founding mission.
Experience why our children are HAPPY to learn!
The Essentials
Why Families Choose Eagle Ridge:
At Eagle Ridge, we do more than educate — we invest in each student’s future, both spiritually and academically.
📖 Biblically-Based Curriculum that integrates faith into every subject
🎓 Over 40 Years of Trusted Education in the Cape Girardeau community
👩🏫 Experienced, Caring Teachers who treat students like family
🛡️ Safe and Supportive Environment where children can grow with confidence
🙌 Emphasis on Purpose & Identity — helping students discover their God-given gifts
🏅 Full Athletics Program including basketball, soccer, volleyball, cheerleading, and more
✅ Fully Accredited by ICAA and Cognia (formerly AdvancEd)
📈 Higher Than Average ACT Scores
🎓 Dual Enrollment & A+ Program opportunities for college credit and scholarships
👥 1-on-1 Student Learning with personalized academic support
❤️ Service & Leadership Opportunities within school and community
💰 Scholarship Opportunities for qualifying families
🔄 Alumni Who Give Back — many graduates return as staff, mentors, and leaders
Our Mission
To partner with families in raising up students who will impact the world for Christ through wisdom, character, service, and purpose.
Admissions
Eagle Ridge Christian School is now accepting applications.
Our admissions process is quite easy. Choosing a school for your child is an important decision. During your tour, any questions on our learning method and philosophy will be answered to ensure that our school is a good fit for your child.
Take the first step toward joining Eagle Ridge Christian School:
1. Submit an inquiry form
2. Schedule a school tour
3. Submit application form
Parent Testimonials
“I am so grateful for Eagle Ridge Christian School and the incredible impact it has on my children’s growth. The strong Christian values they teach resonate deeply with me, especially because it’s something I can’t always provide in the same way at home with the limited time we get each night after a long day. The teachers and sta are not only kind but they truly care about the well-being of each child, creating a nurturing environment that’s easy to learn in. I love that the class sizes are smaller which allows for more personalized attention and a deeper learning experience too, which my children thrive from! Above all, the family-oriented atmosphere makes us feel right at home, and we couldn’t be happier to be part of the Eagle Ridge community. It’s wonderful knowing my children are in such a supportive and caring place 5 days out of the week!”
“I love the small class sizes, accessibility to teachers and the eort they make to keep tuition and costs down. I appreciate the study hall and the fact that sta are willing to pray for your family. What I appreciate most is their Bible-based curriculum and that they operate their school on Biblical principles.”
“We love Eagle Ridge and it’s been a blessing to our family. Our daughter has developed lifelong friendships and God is the foundation of all things at Eagle Ridge. Our daughter can go to school and learn at her own pace with small class sizes and the most supportive teachers a parent could pray for. Her high school experience has been amazing and we know we made the right choice by choosing Eagle Ridge.”