Faith Christian Academy vs. Martinsburg Christian Academy
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School Overview
Top Rankings
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Martinsburg Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for:
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Overview
Faith Christian Academy exists "To provide the highest quality academic and Biblical world-view training in an environment that encourages spiritual, academic, social, and physical growth. ("Train up a child in the way he should go-" Prov. 22:6a) Our vision is "Graduates who love the Lord, defend their faith, and pursue lifelong learning.
("-even when he is old he will not depart from it." Prov. 22:6b) Faith Christian Academy is accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International and North Central Association.
We strive for academic excellence by challenging students to work to their fullest potential.
Our students have consistently scored above the national average on standardized testing.
A dedicated Christian Faculty is our greatest asset. Each holds a minimum of a bachelor's degree, with certification from the Association of Christian Schools International.
God has called each faculty member to this ministry.
The spiritual growth of each boy and girl is our highest priority.
The emphasis on academic and social growth rounds out the development of the whole child.
Martinsburg Christian Academy, a ministry of the Shenandoah Bible Baptist Church, offers a traditional education to students in grades K3 - 12.
Our 32 acre campus is easily accessible from Interstate 81 and Route 11.
Since 1972, MCA has strived to maintain academic excellence in a spiritual environment.
Our teachers are all degreed from K-12th grade.
MCA is part of the ABCS (Association of Baptist Church Schools)
Grades Offered
PK-12
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
No
Learning Programs Supported
Resource Development Room Available for Learning
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Year Founded
1983
1972
Students Body
Total Students
425 students
120 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
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Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
23
12
Kindergarten Students
44
16
Grade 1 Students
26
10
Grade 2 Students
26
12
Grade 3 Students
38
11
Grade 4 Students
43
15
Grade 5 Students
37
9
Grade 6 Students
37
7
Grade 7 Students
43
7
Grade 8 Students
25
2
Grade 9 Students
27
7
Grade 10 Students
22
2
Grade 11 Students
14
4
Grade 12 Students
20
6
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
16 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
33%
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Average Class Size
20
12
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:16
1:8
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(Uniform is required - Elementary jeans and polos - polos white, navy, yellow. MS/HS khawki or navy pants and polos - white, yellow and navy.)
(Uniform is required - Elementary jeans and polos - polos white, navy, yellow. MS/HS khawki or navy pants and polos - white, yellow and navy.)
Formal
(Uniform required)
(Uniform required)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$7,560
$4,300
Tuition Notes
Pay in full by July 10 and get a $50 discount off tuition.
Pay monthly by Electronic Funds Transfer on the 5th or 20th of each month. These accounts are handled through FACTS Tuition Management Company. *July and August tuition payments (2/12 of tuition) are considered non-refundable deposits for the school year. Once paid they will not be refunded.
Multiple student discount: 10%discount for second child, 20% discount on the third child.
Multi Student Discounts
% on Financial Aid
13%
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Average Financial Aid Grant
$30
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Acceptance Rate
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75%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5
2
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
6
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Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Band Program, Choir Program, Interact Service Club, Orchestra Program, Strings Ensemble, Student Council
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