King's Ridge Christian School

Our first graders recently completed their service project supporting The Place, an organization that serves families in need throughout Forsyth County. Students collected items to help provide food, clothing, and other essential resources while learning the importance of serving others. We’re proud of our younger students for reflecting the KRCS mission through compassion and service!

Welcome to Legacy Hall, Class of 2026!

CLASS SIZE: 60 Graduates

KRCS LIFERS: 12

Twelve members of the Class of 2026 are recognized as “Lifers” for attending KRCS from kindergarten through graduation. These students are: Caroline Caudill, Isabel Davis, Cooper Dearth, Annalisa Farrar, Sophia French, Walker Harris, Ryan Hudson, Drake Jacobi, Cassidy McGinty, Thomas Preter, Stella Slocum, and William Smith.

AVERAGE GPA: 93.83 (weighted)

COLLEGE APPLICATIONS | ADMITTANCE

The Class of 2026 submitted 375 applications to 130 colleges in 34 U.S. states, Canada, England, Scotland, and Wales. 30% applied to private colleges, while 70% applied to public colleges.

Students gained admission to several of the nation’s most selective colleges, with acceptance rates below 15%, including Emory University, New York University, Northeastern University, Tulane University, University of Virginia, and Wake Forest University.

Students were also accepted to other highly selective colleges, with acceptance rates below 35%, such as Auburn University, Baylor University, Clemson University, Colgate University, Colorado School of Mines, Elon University, Fordham University, Furman University, Georgia Institute of Technology, North Carolina State University, Purdue University, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, University of Florida, University of Georgia, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Miami, University of South Carolina, University of Tennessee, University of Wisconsin-Madison, and Wofford College.

SCHOLARSHIPS | ATHLETICS | FINE ARTS

As of May 1, 2026, the Class of 2026 has earned over $5.9 million in scholarships.

This class includes:

One National Merit Scholarship Finalist, Shaw Branch.
Three National Merit Scholarship Commended Students, Annalisa Farrar, Tori Getz, and Nora Michaelis.

One United States Presidential Scholar Candidate, Sophia French.
22% of the senior class has been admitted to collegiate honors programs.

16% will participate in collegiate athletics, and 10% will attend fine arts programs.

“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” ~Mark 10:45

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” ~John 14:27

Sophia French, our 2026 Class Salutatorian, has been named as a semifinalist in the prestigious U.S. Presidential Scholars Program!

This distinguished honor recognizes some of the nation’s most exceptional graduating seniors for their academic achievement, leadership, service, and character. A panel of educators will now review semifinalist applications and forward recommendations to the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars, which will ultimately select up to 161 U.S. Presidential Scholars this summer. Please join us in congratulating Sophia on this remarkable achievement!

Our new and rising Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Pre-1st students had a great time at Popsicles and Play today! This event gives new and current families the opportunity to spend the morning together while meeting our wonderful Lower School faculty and staff. We loved welcoming these future Tigers to campus! 🐯 🐾

We celebrated our 4th graders in a promotion ceremony as they officially moved from Lower School to Middle School! 🎓 This special milestone marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of an exciting new journey. We are so proud of all they have accomplished and pray God continues to guide their steps as they grow in wisdom, confidence, and faith throughout this next season.

Our Pre-K through 5th grade students lit up the stage during this year’s Spring Fine Arts Recital, “Let There Be Light” ☀️🎶 What a joyful way to celebrate the school year and dance into summer together! We are so proud of our students for sharing their talents and shining so brightly.

A special thank you to our incredible Fine Arts staff and student helpers for making the evening so memorable!

Please join us in celebrating members of our KRCS team who are reaching milestone anniversaries as Tigers, including 25, 20, 15, 10, and 5 years of faithful service.
 
We are deeply grateful for the faculty and staff members who faithfully invest in our students and school community year after year. Every season of service helps strengthen the mission and heart of King’s Ridge.
 
As we wrap up another incredible school year, we are excited to begin this new annual tradition of recognizing meaningful service milestones across our KRCS team. We look forward to celebrating these dedicated team members at our All Staff End of Year Luncheon tomorrow!

Lemonade Wars, hosted by our creative and hardworking 3rd graders, is an annual fundraiser supporting Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation and their mission to fight childhood cancer. 🍋 Visit Alex’s Lemonade Stand to donate and learn more about making a difference: www.alexslemonade.org

It’s official! 🎓 The Class of 2026 has crossed the stage, and we could not be prouder of all they have accomplished. Saturday was a beautiful celebration of our graduates, the families who have supported and encouraged them, and the lasting friendships and memories built along the way at King’s Ridge Christian School.

The Class of 2026 was accepted to 95 colleges and universities and will attend 34 universities across 11 states and Ontario, Canada. Together, they earned more than $5.9 million in academic, fine arts, and athletic scholarships.

As they begin this next chapter, we are excited to see all the places God will lead them and look forward to welcoming them back to campus as alumni to share their adventures and accomplishments with us. Congratulations, Class of 2026!