Centre County Christian Academy (CCCA) has a continuing tradition of excellence in Christ-centered pre-school, elementary and secondary education, nestled among the wide valleys of the Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania.
We are private, independent, nondenominational and distinctively Christian; dedicated to educating the whole child mind, body, and spirit.
We seek academic excellence, moral purity, and have a strong commitment to the family and to the Holy Scriptures.
Centre County Christian Academy's mission is to provide support to the Christian home, encouragement to the church, and a young person that is sensitive in their spirit, submissive to authority, competent in their studies, and moral in their conduct.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Acceptance rate: 94%
- Average class size: 7 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
148 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
7 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
See website handbook/student Life
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Call for tuition rates.
Acceptance Rate
94%
National avg.: 85%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Centre County Christian Academy (CCCA) has a continuing tradition of excellence, nestled among the wide valleys of the Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania. We are private, independent, nondenominational and distinctively Christian; dedicated to educating the whole child mind, body and spirit. We seek academic excellence, moral purity, and have a strong commitment to the family and to the Holy Scriptures. Centre County Christian Academy's mission is to provide support to the Christian home, encouragement to the church, and a young person that is sensitive in their spirit, submissive to authority, competent in their studies, and moral in their conduct.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Centre County Christian Academy often compared to?
Centre County Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Grace Prep High School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Centre County Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Centre County Christian Academy is 94%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
What sports does Centre County Christian Academy offer?
Centre County Christian Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Track and Field.
When is the application deadline for Centre County Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Centre County Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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