Medina Christian Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Founded in 1981, Medina Christian Academy has been blessed to come alongside families as we educate and disciple the next generation.
We believe that students discover their God-given gifts and flourish when they are in a Christ-centered environment.
As a private Christian school, we aspire to provide classroom experiences that are significantly different from similar classes at a non-Christian school.
God is front and center, as our students study his Word and his world.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked OH School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 668 students
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Medina Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Medina Christian Academy
Pre-K	48
Kind	52
1	45
2	54
3	57
4	54
5	52
6	40
7	36
8	44
9	56
10	53
11	38
12	39

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1981

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Thu. May 27, 2027

School Motto

Love God, Love Others, Love Learning

Student Body

Total Students

668 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

70 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

MCA shirts, black or khaki pants and black or khaki skirts

Number of AP Courses

6 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Admissions Director

Stacy Farrenholz

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

Flag FootballSoccer

SoftballTrack and Field

Volleyball

Colors

Black, Blue, White

School Mascot

Knight

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

9 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Computer ProgrammingCooking Class

Drama ClubKnights Student Council

Robotics ClubYearbook Club

Arts and Music Programs:

ChoirPiano Lessons

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Ski Club

School Notes

Medina Christian Academy (MCA)
Motto: "Love God, Love Others, Love Learning"
Website: medinachristian.org
Phone: (330) 725-3227

School Overview & Mission:Founded in 1981, Medina Christian Academy is an independent, private Christ-centered school serving students from Pre-K through 12th grade in Medina County and surrounding Northeast Ohio communities.MCA partners with Christian families to provide a rigorous academic foundation integrated with a biblical worldview. The school's mission centers on equipping students to discover their God-given gifts, grow spiritually, achieve academic excellence, and impact their communities for Christ.

Key Statistics at a Glance:
- Current Enrollment: ~670 students
- Church Representation: Over 110 area churches represented within the student body
- Advanced Academics:Honors courses offered at the middle school and high school.AP (Advanced Placement) and CCP (College Credit Plus) courses offered at the high school level.
- Campus Locations: MCA operates across two dedicated campuses in Medina, Ohio:
  - Elementary Campus (Grades Pre-K 5):3646 Medina Road, Medina, OH 44256
  - Upper Campus (Grades 6 12
Middle & High School):5399 River Styx Road, Medina, OH 44256Academic Life & Structure: MCA emphasizes holistic development, tailoring learning experiences to each student's unique strengths:
- Early Childhood & Pre-K: Focuses on foundational skills, early literacy, social development, and introducing biblical truths in a nurturing environment.
- Elementary School (K5): Builds core competencies in reading, mathematics, science, social studies, and Bible, complemented by art, music, STEM,physical education and Spanish.
- Middle School (Grades 68): Focuses on leadership, critical thinking, and spiritual growth during key transitional years.
- High School (Grades 912): College-preparatory curriculum featuring Honors, AP and CCP courses. MCA maintains an official higher-education partnership with Cedarville University for expanded dual-enrollment opportunities.
Faith Integration & Community:At MCA, core biblical truths are intentionally woven into our lessons, conversations, and activities:
- Biblical Worldview: Classrooms integrate God's Word into daily lessons and discussions.
- Community & Outreach: Students participate in local community service projects, annual mission trips, and student-led ministry activities.
- Worship: Regular chapel services, worship band opportunities, and spiritual emphasis activities throughout the academic year.
Arts & Athletics:
- Arts & Media
  - Visual & Performing Arts: Opportunities spanning stage productions, visual art exhibitions, and specialized art instruction.
  - Advanced Art & Worship Band: Dedicated tracks for students passionate about music, vocal performance, and advanced studio arts.
- Athletics (MCA Knights)
  - Competitive Sports: Comprehensive athletic programs offered across Fall and Spring seasons for middle school and high school student-athletes.
  - Focus: Character development, sportsmanship, physical conditioning, and honoring God through teamwork and athletic competition.
Admissions & Financial Accessibility:
- Admissions Process:A campus visit/tour is encouraged to help youdetermine if MCA is the right fit for your family. Applications openonline through the MCA admissions portal starting in October. The process includes an application submission, record review, entrance screening, and shadow dayfor students entering grades 4-12.
- Financial Aid & Affordability: MCA strives to make Christ-centered education accessible. The school participates in Ohio's EdChoice Scholarship Program alongside other internal tuition assistance programs.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Medina Christian Academy often compared to?

Medina Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Northside Christian Academy by visitors of our site.

What sports does Medina Christian Academy offer?

Medina Christian Academy offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Medina Christian Academy's ranking?

Medina Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Medina Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Medina Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 8/12/2018

Love the school, the teachers and thier foundation !My 5 alumni have made me the proudest parent, by The compliments I receive from other parents who interact with my children!. The teaching is outstanding as well is the extracurricular coaching!!! 5

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Monica Parker

5 3/9/2018

My daughters attended MCA from PreK through 6th grade. They had a strong academic foundation, a firm Biblical foundation and were surrounded by teachers and staff that encouraged them, guided them and turned out to outstanding parenting partners! So glad you have the high school now so that children can spend their entire academic careers in your environment. Thank you MCA!

- Posted by Administrator - Heather

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The average private school tuition in Medina County, OH is $5,418 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).