Chisholm Trail Academy
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A college-prep education grounded in faith, service and mentorship.

Chisholm Trail Academy is a private, Christian, co-educational high school in Keene, Texas. For fifty years we have prepared students for college and for a life of purpose.

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Small enough to know every student by name. Serious enough to get them ready for what comes next.

Our teachers work closely with each student, in class and outside it. Students learn to think carefully, serve their community and grow in their walk with Christ.

Graduates leave Keene ready for university, and with friendships and faith that last well beyond it.

50years of Christian education in Keene, Texas
90%of our faculty hold a master's degree
5+co-ed sports, including the Acroblazers
9–12grades, college-prep curriculum
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Engaging instruction

A diverse range of classes, taught by people who care whether you understand. Small class sizes mean real conversation, real feedback and a clear path to college.

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Spiritual mentorship

Our purpose is to restore each student to the image of their Maker. Faith is part of the whole school day, in class, in chapel and in the relationships between students and staff.

Spiritual life
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Service to community

Students put their faith to work, close to home and far from it. In March 2027 our mission team travels to Rio Grande, Puerto Rico, to paint, clean and support dental and vision clinics.

Mission trips

Life beyond the classroom

Tours across the country, courts and mats at home, and a student body that plans its own events.

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Athletics

It's more than winning games. Basketball, the Acroblazers acrobatic team and more.

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Educational tours

Every grade travels, and the tour is built into tuition. Seniors take the government trip.

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Outdoor trips

River canyons, the annual ski trip and weekends that become the stories students tell.

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Extra-curricular

Industrial arts, music, art and more for a well-rounded education.

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Alumni

Fifty years of graduates, and a community that keeps coming back.

News & events

From the science fair to the ski slopes, see what our students and staff are up to this term.

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Tuition for 2026–2027

Pricing is published up front. Church and TEFA scholarships bring the cost down for most families, and every grade's educational tour is included.

Full pricing Financial aid
Grade Tuition Fees Total Educational tour
Freshman $9,800 10 payments $980 Tech $100 Bible camp $150 $10,050 10 payments $1,005 —
Sophomore $10,500 10 payments $1,050 Tech $100 $10,600 10 payments $1,060 Big Bend biology trip
Junior $10,900 10 payments $1,090 Tech $100 $11,000 10 payments $1,100 History trip
Senior $11,350 10 payments $1,135 Tech $100 $11,450 10 payments $1,145 Government trip

No registration fees. Each grade's educational tour is included in tuition.

TEFA introductory scholarship −$200 · Church scholarship $1,500–$2,100. Other scholarships are available. Contact us for more information.

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Come see CTA for yourself.

Book a tour, sit in on a class, or talk with our admissions team about whether Chisholm Trail Academy is the right fit for your family.

817.641.6626
401 S Old Betsy Rd, Keene, TX 76059

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