Prestonwood Christian Academy
Tel:
(972) 820-5000
- In pursuit of excellence in education the mission of Prestonwood Christian Academy is to assist Christian parents by helping equip students to embrace biblical truth, strive for academic excellence and model Christ-like leadership to influence their homes, churches and communities for Christ.
Quick Stats (2020-21)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Students: 1,416 students
- Acceptance rate: 82%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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Prestonwood Christian Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
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- Student Body Largest student body
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) Southern Baptist Association of Christian Schools (SBACS) AdvancED |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-12 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Please contact for information |
| Year Founded | 1997 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 1,416 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 32% State avg.: 38% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 146 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 10:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 39% |
| Average Class Size | 18 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 15 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | AP Art, AP Biology, AP Calcilus BC, AP Calculus AB, AP Economics, AP English III, AP English IV, AP Government, AP Physics, AP Spanish, AP US History |
| Average SAT score | 1153 |
| Average ACT score | 26 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition information: http://www.prestonwoodchristian.org/admissions/tuition-and-fees Tuition Assistance: http://www.prestonwoodchristian.org/admissions/tuition-assistance |
| % on Financial Aid | 30% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $6,500 |
| Acceptance Rate | 82% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Angie Gray |
| Admissions Associate | Allison Taylor |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 14 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, VolleyballBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 18 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Future Business Leaders of America, Future Doctors of America, Future Problem Solvers, Lion Scholar Program (distinguished honors program), Mock Trial, National Honor Society, Newspaper, Speech and Debate, STEM Honors Program, Student Government Association, Student Leadership Institute, Yearbook Arts and Music Programs: AP Art, Band, Choir, International Thespian Society, Orchestra, Praise Team |
School Notes
- Prestonwood Christian Academy serves more than 1,600 students enrolled at three campuses: Plano (Pre-Kindergarten 3 through 12th grade), PCA North in Prosper (Pre-Kindergarten 3 through 11th grade), and PCAplus Virtual Academy. The school has been recognized as having one of the strongest Christian education programs in the country providing intentional biblical worldview training and integration. PCA places great value on the growth of students` spiritual health in addition to their scholastic endeavors and co-curricular activities. In addition to PCA`s spiritual development plan, the school promotes a rigorous Liberal Arts academic program. Since the first graduating class through the class of 2020, 1,920 graduates were offered more than $140 million in scholarship for academics, arts, and athletics from universities and other institutions of higher learning. PCA is currently accepting applications for the 2021-22 school year. Interested families are invited to take a tour of either campus. Please visit www.prestonwoodchristian.org for more information!
- To see more information about our school please click on the link below https://vimeo.com/135918020
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School Reviews
| 5 PCA is a wonderful school that helps train each and every child to live life using their individual gifts and talents. Teaching them to be well rounded and to be able to take a stand for what they believe. We have numerous programs...Student Leadership Institute, Advisory groups, Award winning Fine Arts, Tuition Assistance, Winston Science and so much more. You will feel like a part of the community the moment you walk on campus. Come tour our campus!! - Posted by Parent - tarac |
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