History

Citrus Park Christian was founded as a ministry of the First Baptist Church of Citrus Park. The vision of Pastor Harold Warner was to have a Christian School that was quality but affordable. This philosophy continues today. The first year of operation was 1983 with grades K-4 through 6th grade with about eighty students. Each year a grade was added until it reached 8th grade. By 1997, the church realized a need for a Christian High school in our area and voted to add grades 9-12, one year at a time. Classes necessary for completion of high school have been added, along with fine arts and an athletic program. The class of 2001 became our first high school graduating class and they have now successfully completed their four year college undergraduate program. We have held state recognized accreditations since 1990.

Citrus Park Christian School offers a well-rounded college-prep program. Athletic and other school activities are held at the Ministry Activity Center (MAC) located at 18105 Gunn Highway, Odessa, 33556, which is approximately ½ mile north of Van Dyke Road. The ministry currently owns 40 acres at this location for future development.

We are very proud of the young men and women who have received their education from CPCS. The graduates are well equipped Biblically and academically. Approximately 90% or more attend college. Because CPCS is Bible based in principle and practice, the school’s motto “Every subject taught in the Light of God’s Word” is as powerful and true today as it was in 1983.