Medina Christian Academy Upper School in Medina, OH, serves co–educational students from preschool through 12th grade in a suburban community setting.
Founded in 1981, the school has a total enrollment of 492 students across all grades, including 444 in K–12.
The student–teacher ratio of 35:1, with a teaching staff of 14 educators.
Approximately 24% of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting some demographic diversity.
The school ranks in the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for student body size.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked OH School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Medina Christian Academy Upper School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
492 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
35:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Love God, Love Others, Love Learning
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Medina Christian Academy Upper School often compared to?
Medina Christian Academy Upper School is often viewed alongside schools like Ashland Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is Medina Christian Academy Upper School's ranking?
Medina Christian Academy Upper School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Medina Christian Academy Upper School?
The application deadline for Medina Christian Academy Upper School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Medina Christian Academy Upper School vs. Ashland Christian School
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Medina Christian Academy Upper School is Medina Christian Academy (0.1 miles away)
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5399 River Styx Rd
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-3227
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-3227
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 631 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
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3550 Octagon Dr
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 723-8697
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 723-8697
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 113 students
Kindercare ![Kindercare Photo - Medina Road KinderCare]( "Kindercare Photo - Medina Road KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
3330 Medina Rd
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-1738
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-1738
0.6 miles
Gr: K | 3 students
Medina Road KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
3330 Medina Rd.
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-1738
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-1738
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Daycare / Preschool
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(330) 721-4400
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 721-4400
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
5399 River Styx Rd
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-3227
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-3227
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 631 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
Eastern Road Christian Academy
(Church of God)
2600 Eastern Rd
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(330) 925-5437
Rittman, OH 44270
(330) 925-5437
9.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 16 students Tuition listed
Hametown Christian Academy ![Hametown Christian Academy Photo]( "Hametown Christian Academy Photo")
(Baptist)
4774 S Hametown Rd
Barberton, OH 44203
(330) 825-7891
Barberton, OH 44203
(330) 825-7891
11.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 49 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
1375 W Exchange St
Akron, OH 44313
(330) 867-0880
Akron, OH 44313
(330) 867-0880
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9060 Yoder Rd
Sterling, OH 44276
(330) 669-2900
Sterling, OH 44276
(330) 669-2900
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5399 River Styx Rd
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-3227
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-3227
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 631 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
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Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-3345
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-3345
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(330) 336-4622
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 336-4622
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(330) 225-4395
Brunswick, OH 44212
(330) 225-4395
7.8 miles
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(Catholic)
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(330) 334-6272
Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 334-6272
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5399 River Styx Rd
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-3227
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-3227
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 631 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
Kids Country
Alternative School
3550 Octagon Dr
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 723-8697
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 723-8697
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 113 students
Kindercare ![Kindercare Photo - Medina Road KinderCare]( "Kindercare Photo - Medina Road KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
3330 Medina Rd
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-1738
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-1738
0.6 miles
Gr: K | 3 students
Medina Road KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
3330 Medina Rd.
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-1738
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 725-1738
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 56 students Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
5138 Normandy Park
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 721-4400
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 721-4400
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 118 students Tuition listed
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257 County Road 40
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(419) 736-2161
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(419) 736-2161
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Black River Education Center Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 70%)
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Rank:
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257 County Road 40
Sullivan, OH 44880
(419) 736-3304
Sullivan, OH 44880
(419) 736-3304
9328.4 miles
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Black River High School
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233 County Road 40
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(419) 736-3303
Sullivan, OH 44880
(419) 736-3303
9328.4 miles
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(419) 846-3519
West Salem, OH 44287
(419) 846-3519
9329.1 miles
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(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
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(419) 846-3833
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(419) 846-3833
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