Park Place Christian Academy, a ministry of Park Place Baptist Church, strives to provide a distinctively Christian, academically rigorous education for students in grades K3-12. PPCA, established in 2000, and with a current enrollment of nearly 700 students, uses Godly guidance and Christian personnel to cultivate a biblical worldview into the hearts and minds of our students. Park Place Christian Academy is accredited by SACS/AdvancED and at the highest level by the Mississippi Association of Independent Schools (MAIS).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MS School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Park Place Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
2000
Student Body
Total Students
700 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average ACT score
22
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
neat and modest
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Preschool--3252
Elementary--4932
Secondary - 5160
secondary--4080
discounts available for additional children, church members, and those paying in full
Admissions Director
Andi Cruthirds
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Park Place Christian Academy's mission is to partner with parents to provide their children a Christ-centered education founded on the Bible which fosters spiritual development and instills the vision and practice of Christian excellence in academics, character, and service to others. Our faith in God is integrated throughout all of our programs and courses of study as a part of our Christian worldview. We believe as we integrate academic excellence with a passion for Christ we will develop a strong foundation for young leaders to uniquely shape the world in which we live.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Park Place Christian Academy cost?
Park Place Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $5,000 for private students.
What schools are Park Place Christian Academy often compared to?
Park Place Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Hartfield Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does Park Place Christian Academy offer?
Park Place Christian Academy offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis and Track and Field.
What is Park Place Christian Academy's ranking?
Park Place Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Park Place Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Park Place Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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The nearest high school to Park Place Christian Academy is Hartfield Academy (5.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is College Drive Sda Christian School (2.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Crossgates Baptist Kindergarten (1.1 miles away)
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School Reviews
5 9/7/2020
We absolutely love the faith-based academics at Park Place. They provide a fun, creative, christian environment for learning.
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