"Mount Zion Christian Academy exists as a ministry of Mount Zion Baptist Church to provide quality education (K-3 through Grade 12) that is distinctively Christian while pursuing academic excellence in every discipline of study.
We strive to be salt and light to our culture, producing champion leaders for Jesus Christ.
Mount Zion Christian Academy recognizes that God has given the primary and ultimate responsibility for training and educating a child to his or her parents.
Since MZCA is a support ministry for the home, it is expected that each student's parents/legal guardians be committed to the involvement in their child's education, faithfully supporting the school with their time, effort, encouragement, and financial resources.
All parents/legal guardians also need to be in harmony with the aims and purposes of MZCA.".
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,650
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Mount Zion Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1986
Colors
Black, Maroon, Gold
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a
Student Body
Total Students
176 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Educating for Everyday and Eternity
- "Mount Zion Christian Academy exists as a ministry of Mount Zion Baptist Church to provide quality education (K-3 through Grade 12) that is distinctively Christian while pursuing academic excellence in every discipline of study. We strive to be salt and light to our culture, producing champion leaders for Jesus Christ. Mount Zion Christian Academy recognizes that God has given the primary and ultimate responsibility for training and educating a child to his or her parents. Since MZCA is a support ministry for the home, it is expected that each student's parents/legal guardians be committed to the involvement in their child's education, faithfully supporting the school with their time, effort, encouragement, and financial resources. All parents/legal guardians also need to be in harmony with the aims and purposes of MZCA."
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mount Zion Christian Academy cost?
Mount Zion Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $7,650 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Mount Zion Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Mount Zion Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Mount Zion Christian Academy is Faith Assembly Christian Academy (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Quality Education Institute Of Durham (0.6 miles away)
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Quick Facts
4809 Friends School Road
Durham, NC 27705
(919) 383-6602
Durham, NC 27705
(919) 383-6602
7.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 513 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Christian)
3120 Fayetteville St
Durham, NC 27707
(919) 687-2763
Durham, NC 27707
(919) 687-2763
0.4 miles
Gr: K-12 | 44 students
Fellowship Baptist Academy
(Baptist)
515 Southerland St
Durham, NC 27703
(919) 596-9331
Durham, NC 27703
(919) 596-9331
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Gr: K-12 | 125 students
809 Proctor St
Durham, NC 27707
(919) 688-3040
Durham, NC 27707
(919) 688-3040
2.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 134 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4011 Pickett Road
Durham, NC 27705
(919) 402-8262
Durham, NC 27705
(919) 402-8262
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Gr: PK-12 | 622 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 20 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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