Dunnellon Christian Academy

20831 Powell Rd Dunnellon, FL 34431
www.dcaeagles.com

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 232 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,300
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 232 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,300
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
DCA Intensive Instruction and Title I program offered for Learning difficulites
Year Founded
1983

Student Body

Total Students
232 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 48%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
33%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
DCA polo & khaki/navy/black shorts or pants

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
We accept the State of Florida Step Up For Students scholarships. Every student is eligible for either a State scholarship or a DCA scholarship.
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School Notes

  • Dunnellon Christian Academy serves students from Pre-K3 through the 8th grade. DCA is accredited through Christian Schools of Florida, www.csfla.org and provides a top quality education in a loving Christian environment.
  • Our Mission Statement: Using God's Word as the basis of truth, we honor our Lord Jesus Christ through academic excellence with lifelong service to family, community and country.
  • Dunnellon Christian Academy is an accredited Pre-K3 through the 8th grade school providing top quality education in a loving Christian environment. DCA offers the State of Florida VPK program for 4-year olds and accepts the Step Up for Students scholarships. Using God's Word as the basis of truth, we honor our Lord Jesus Christ through academic excellence with lifelong service to family, community and country. Please visit our website, www.dcaeagles.com and then call the school for your personalized tour, 352-489-7716.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Dunnellon Christian Academy cost?
Dunnellon Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $8,300 for private students.
What schools are Dunnellon Christian Academy often compared to?
Dunnellon Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Riverland Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Dunnellon Christian Academy offer?
Dunnellon Christian Academy offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Dunnellon Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Dunnellon Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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