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Mount Calvary Christian School

5.00 (2 reviews)
629 Holly Street Elizabethtown, PA 17022
Tel: (717) 367-1649
www.mcchristianschool.com

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 596 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,994
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
Mount Calvary Christian School Photo #1 - Mount Calvary Christian School's Elementary Building features 10 classrooms, a chapel, two resource rooms, recently renovated hallways, outdoor playground facility, and is adjacent to the Family Life Center. Elementary students will use Family Life Center facilities for lunch, gym class, art class, library, computer, and music. The facilities are handicap-accessible.
Mount Calvary Christian School Photo #2 - Mount Calvary Christian School's Family Life Center and Educational Building includes 16 large classrooms, science lab, 9,000 square foot gymnasium with capacity for nearly 1,000 people, locker rooms, performing stage, tiered music room, music practice rooms, full service kitchen and lunchroom, computer lab, resource rooms, library, nurses station, and office space.
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked PA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 596 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,994
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Mount Calvary Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Largest student body

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Mid Atlantic Christian Schools Association (MACSA)
Religious Affiliation
Christian
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeMount Calvary Christian School
Nursery24
Pre-K81
Kind75
148
252
342
442
518
642
737
813
934
1030
1134
1224
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Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Reading, Language and Math supported instruction
Year Founded
1976
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Student Body

Total Students
596 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 27%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
26%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
6 courses
Advanced Courses
AP HistoryEnglish Language & Composition
English Literature & Composition
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Modest attire, Collared shirt, no jeans

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$4,994
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Tuition Notes
Elementary rate shown. Middle School and High School different rates. Scholarships available. Multi-child discounts available.
% on Financial Aid
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Ann Hoffer
Application URL
Online Application

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
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Club or Organization:
Bible Quiz TeamNational Honor Society


Arts and Music Programs:
BandChorus
Handbells

School Notes

  • A child who comes to Mount Calvary Christian School begins on a journey that is life-changing. They and their parents arrive with hopes, expectations, and concerns. Over time they realize that Mount Calvary is a safe, caring and loving environment where the community pursues Christ passionately in broad and healthy ways. Our mission is Pursuing Christ. Preparing Students
  • School Motto: Pursuing Christ. Preparing Students.
  • Our core values1. Academic Excellence: MCCS strives to meet the highest standards of academic excellence in an environment where students may learn on their individual levels. It is our objective to prepare our students to graduate from MCCS with the skills necessary to function successfully in today's world.2. Bible Integration: In the life of every Christian, Biblical principles cannot be separated from daily living; therefore, the Bible is integrated into all classes by using teachable moments to share from God's Word.3. Biblical Philosophy: The Bible is the inerrant Word of God and guides all we do at MCCS.4. Biblical Worldview: We are a Christ-centered school that has a strong commitment to the scriptures as the Word of God.5. Critical Thinking: We encourage students to think logically, to use educated reasoning to solve problems, and to practically apply those things they have learned to all areas of their lives.6. Great Commission: The Christian school cooperates with the evangelical church and the home to evangelize and disciple students and family members. The Christian school also encourages and trains students to evangelize within their spheres of influence.7. Nondiscrimination: MCCS does not discriminate against anyone based on race, color, national and ethnic origin, disability or handicap to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. However, we do reserve the right to require students to adhere to the beliefs held by MCCS.8. Parental Educational Responsibility: Parents, not the school or the state, have the primary responsibility for educating their children. MCCS seeks to assist parents with this responsibility.9.School Improvement: We actively seek to identify areas of possible improvement that will bring glory and honor to God. Doing so will promote the mission of MCCS and will demonstrate to God and to the students our commitment to excellence.10. Student Activities: MCCS offers spiritual, academic, athletic and fine arts activities in order to develop well-rounded students.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mount Calvary Christian School cost?
Mount Calvary Christian School's tuition is approximately $4,994 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Mount Calvary Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Mount Calvary Christian School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
What sports does Mount Calvary Christian School offer?
Mount Calvary Christian School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Mount Calvary Christian School's ranking?
Mount Calvary Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Mount Calvary Christian School?
The application deadline for Mount Calvary Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
We love Mt. Calvary. Our kids have been at Mt. Calvary since Kindergarten, and are now going into middle school.
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5  
Mount Calvary Christian School is so much more than school. These teachers and administrators have dedicated themselves to provide Jesus to our students, daily. Jesus is my best friend and guiding light in this crazy society. We need JESUS to be REAL to our children- and that is what MCCS is all about.
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