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Bethany Christian Academy is a recognized Massachusetts Department of Education private school and a member of th Association of Christian Teachers and Schools (ACTS). Located in the small, rural town of Mendon, MA, we provide a traditional education in a Christian environment. We provide a complete educational program from preschool to 12th grade. Bethany Christian Academy is sponsored by and affiliated with Bethany Assembly of God. ...read more
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Bethany Christian Academy |
| School Level |
Elementary and Secondary school
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| School
Membership(s) |
Association of Christian Teachers and Schools (ACTS) |
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| Religious Affiliation |
Assembly of God |
| Grades Offered |
Grades Prekindergarten - 12 |
| Year
Founded |
1990 |
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County |
Worcester County, MA |
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| Total
Students |
n/a |
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Body Type |
Co-ed |
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School |
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MA )
Elementary and Secondary School Avg. |
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| % Students of
Color |
4% |
22% |
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| Total Classroom Teachers |
n/a |
| Average Class Size |
10 |
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School |
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MA )
Elementary and Secondary School Avg. |
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| Teacher
: Student Ratio |
n/a |
1:6 *Ntl.
Public School Avg. »
1:16
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| School
Days in Calendar Year |
180 days |
180 days |
| Hours
in School Day for Students |
6 hours |
6 hours |
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| Admission Deadline |
None / Rolling |
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| Total
Sports Offered |
4 |
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Sports |
| Baseball | Basketball | | Softball | Volley Ball |
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- MISSION
Bethany Christian Academy is a ministry established by the Christian Education Department of Bethany Assembly of God as a service to the families of its community.
Our purpose is to provide a well-rounded academic experience in a Godly, Christ-centered environment. We strive for a total balance of growth academically, spiritually, personally, socially, and physically in the whole child. BCA offers education for students from preschool to twelfth grade.
- PHILOSOPHY
BCA is committed to providing a developmentally appropriate environment supported by caring, qualified teachers who stimulate and challenge each child. Through a variety of experiences, each child will develop at their own rate: self-discipline, decision making, independent problem-solving and a positive self-image. We achieve this with a balance between creative and structured educational activities.
BCA desires to prepare students for success in a world that needs people of integrity.
- ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
BCA students are tested yearly using the Stanford Achievement Test (SAT). Our students have consistently scored in the higher percentiles. The curriculum and maintained standard of achievement have enabled our students to continue their education at the higher levels through college and university studies.
- ACADEMICS
BCA is a recognized Massachusetts Department of Education Private School. We provide a quality educational environment with a traditional phonics based approach to reading. For a complete list of courses offered, please see our website. In addition to core subjects, BCA offers the following: Industrial Arts, Computer Science, Performing Arts, Athletics, Foreign Language, Business and Media Track Programs and College Prep.
All students are required to attend age-appropriate weekly chapel classes.
- ATHLETICS
BCA is a member of the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) and the Worcester County Athletic Conference. We proudly offer opportunity for male and female competitive sports to students in grades 6-12.
BCA provides a Christian environment to explore competitive sports in a healthy, fun program. Our teams compete with private and public schools. Our varsity teams have participated in district level competition in Massachusetts. BCA offers baseball, soft-ball, volleyball, and all levels of competitive basketball.
- Profile last updated: 03/28/2008
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| About This
Zip Code (
01756 ) |
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Zip (
01756 ) |
(
MA ) State Average |
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| Population
(Approximate) |
5,286 people |
6,349,048 people |
| %
(age 25+) w/College Degree |
46% |
43% |
| Population Average
Age |
37 years old |
36 years old |
| Average Household
Size |
2.9 persons |
2.5 persons |
| Median Household
Income |
$71,164 |
$52,143 |
| Avg. # of Rooms
in Household |
7 rooms |
5.4 rooms |
| Median Age of
Housing Structure |
32 years old |
56 years old |
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Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (01756)
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| %
Owning / % Renting |
88% / 12% |
58% / 42% |
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