Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo #13 - Mt. Bethel Christian Academy provides a 1:1 technology program with iPads/Macbooks for every student at no additional cost. Our technology fees and support are included in tuition.

Mt Bethel Christian Academy

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Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo #1 - MBCA provides a truly Christ-centered education for our children through an environment which develops and encourages academic excellence, spiritual growth, and a lifelong love and desire for learning.
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Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo #1 - MBCA provides a truly Christ-centered education for our children through an environment which develops and encourages academic excellence, spiritual growth, and a lifelong love and desire for learning.
Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo #2 - You BELONG at MBCA! Our smaller class sizes allow students to be truly known and truly loved. More than 90% of our Middle and Upper School students participate in some activity through school, be it sports, robotics, or academic clubs and organizations. There is a place for everyone to belong. Schedule a tour today and experience the MBCA difference!
Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo #3 - Chapel and/or small group is an important part of our programming, and one students and teachers look forward to each week. In addition to the weekly events, our instructors teach every subject through a Biblical world lens.
Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo #4 - Our smaller class sizes allow students to be truly known and truly loved. Every lower school classroom is staffed by a lead teacher and a full-time paraprofessional, making our student/teacher ration 9:1. Schedule a tour today and experience the MBCA difference!
Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo #5 - Our robust athletics program continues to grow! There is something for everyone at MBCA. Go Eagles! Mt. Bethel Christian Academy competes in the GHSA, and our student athletes go on to participate in collegiate athletics at more than twice the national average.
Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo #6 - The Compass Program focuses on helping our students become more self-aware of their God-given learning styles, personalities, gifts and talents, and aptitudes. As an outcome of self-examination, our students will plan for college and career with increased confidence and intentionality. Upon graduation from MBCA, students will be equipped to face an ever-changing world and to become influential leaders of Christ.
Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo #7 - New facilities are on the way! A 5-year comprehensive plan to add and enhance facilities for Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools is underway. We will continue to invest in state-of-the-art, safe, and collaborative spaces for all of our students, faculty, coaches, athletes, and community.
Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo #8 - New facilities are on the way! A 5-year comprehensive plan to add and enhance facilities for Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools is underway. We will continue to invest in state-of-the-art, safe, and collaborative spaces for all of our students, faculty, coaches, athletes, and community.
Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo #9 - Students in JK - 12th grade enjoy delicious lunch options five days a week, prepared fresh and in-house by talented chefs and kitchen staff. Lunch is included in tuition, so your children are ready every day to enjoy a healthy meal.
Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo #10 - MBCA believes in nurturing the whole child. MBCA students enjoy a phone-free learning environment, daily recess, spiritual retreats, and grade-level capstone trips. MBCA blends academic excellence and spiritual development in a way that fosters a lifelong love of learning.
Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo #11 - Lower School students begin foreign language study in Junior Kindergarten, and beginning in third grade, students are taught and expected to use cursive handwriting. We believe in the importance of these programs and the cultural and cognitive benefits they provide to students.
Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo #12 - MBCA offers two STEM Diplomas: STEM Honors with Capstone in Engineering, Biomed, Biotech, or Environmental. Requires 32 credits (5 math, 6 Science with a minimum of 4 Honors/AP Level, and 4 STEM courses). STEM Certificate in Engineering, Biomed, Biotech, or Environmental requires 29 credits: 4 Math, 5 Science, and 3 STEM.
Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo #13 - Students in the Film Academy at MBCA produce Christian films, learn lighting, editing, and screenwriting techniques, host a Christian Student Film Festival, and enjoy notable Christian film studio support.
Mt Bethel Christian Academy Photo #14 - Mt. Bethel Christian Academy provides a 1:1 technology program with iPads/Macbooks for every student at no additional cost. Our technology fees and support are included in tuition.
Established in 1998, Mt. Bethel Christian Academy is a Christ-centered school emphasizing academic excellence presented through a Christian world-view. In 2018, MBCA was designated a National Blue RIbbon School.
This Junior Kindergarten through 12th grade program seeks to provide a truly Christ-centered education for children by providing academic excellence, spiritual growth, and encouraging a lifelong love and desire for learning. Our goal is to prepare students to succeed in competitive environments and to develop their unique abilities to the fullest. Rigorous academics coupled with a competitive athletic program and extra-curricular activities make the Academy a stimulating setting in which to learn.
MBCA is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Southern Association of Independent Schools.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked GA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 698 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $17,000
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Mt Bethel Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Language-based, sensory processing, and math learning differences
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2018
Campus Size
77 acres

Student Body

Total Students
698 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Mt Bethel Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
133 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
52%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
22 courses
Advanced Courses
AP 2-D Art & DesignAP 3-D Art & Design
AP BiologyAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP Computer Science AAP Drawing
AP English Language and CompositionAP English Literature and Composition
AP Environmental ScienceAP Government & Politics
AP Human GeographyAP Latin
AP Physics C: MechanicsAP Physics I
AP Pre CalculusAP Psychology
AP Spanish Language & CultureAP Statistics
AP US HistoryAP World History
Average SAT score
1162
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
daily uniforms plus formal chapel uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
JK & K $14,600 1st - 5th - $18,500; $21,500 Middle School $21,950 Upper School Tuition includes daily hot lunch, day field trips, curriculum consumables, technology, and overnight retreats.
% on Financial Aid
37%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Lindsay Hurley
Admissions Associate
Paige Herold
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Geography BeeScience Fair


Club or Organization:
National Honor SocietyNational Junior Honor Society
RoboticsSpelling Bee
Student Council


Arts and Music Programs:
International Thespian Society

School Notes

  • School Motto: Academic excellence, spiritual growth, and a lifelong love and desire for learning.
  • // Low Student/Teacher Ratio
  • // Certified Teachers // Christ-centered curriculum // Lower Middle and Upper School Latin and Spanish Programs // one-to-one laptop program, Logic, Fine Arts, Band, Drama, and Competitive Athletics // Science labs, art room with kiln, Mac mobile labs, iPads, video production studio/Film Academy, award-winning FTC and FLL Robotics, athletic fields // weekly chapel services; 6th-8th grade chapel is gender-based Before and After School Child Care // Two campuses located in the Greater Atlanta area. Upper School graduates achieve 100% college acceptance rate.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mt Bethel Christian Academy cost?
Mt Bethel Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $17,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Mt Bethel Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Mt Bethel Christian Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
What sports does Mt Bethel Christian Academy offer?
Mt Bethel Christian Academy offers 17 interscholastic sports: Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, E-sports, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Marksmanship, Riflery, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Mt Bethel Christian Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for most sports offered.
What is Mt Bethel Christian Academy's ranking?
Mt Bethel Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Mt Bethel Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Mt Bethel Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked GA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 698 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $17,000
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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