Prestonwood Christian Academy
Tel: (972)930-4006
- 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.
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) Southern Baptist Association of Christian Schools (SBACS) Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-12 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Please contact for information |
| Year Founded | 1997 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 1444 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 25%
State avg.: 35% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 169 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 9:1 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 | See web site for tuition and curriculum information |
| % on Financial Aid | 30%
|
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $6,000 |
| Acceptance Rate | 82%
National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Sharron Shaw |
| Admissions Associate | Allison Taylor |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 13 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, VolleyballBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 18 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | AP Art, Band, Choir, Future Business Leaders of America, Future Doctors of America, Future Problem Solvers, International Thespian Society, Lion Scholar Program (distinguished honors program), Mock Trial, National Honor Society, Newspaper, Orchestra, Praise Team, STEM Honors Program, Speech and Debate, Student Government Association, Student Leadership Institute, Yearbook AP Art, Band, Choir, Mock Trial, Newspaper, Orchestra, Praise Team, Yearbook, Future Business Leaders of America, Future Doctors of America, Future Problem Solvers, International Thespian Society, Lion Scholar Program (distinguished honors program), National Honor Society, STEM Honors Program, Speech and Debate, Student Government Association, Student Leadership Institute, |
School Notes
- Prestonwood Christian Academy (PCA) has been recognized as having one of the strongest Christian education programs in the country providing intentional biblical worldview training and integration to children in preschool through 12th grade. 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. PCA students are consistently recognized for scholastic achievements such as National Merit Scholar and AP Scholar Awards, and offers programs such as STEM Honors, Future Problem Solvers, Lions Scholar Program and AP courses. Students matriculate to universities such as Yale, Columbia, Harvard, Texas Christian, Baylor and Texas A&M, and the class of 2014 was awarded $12.4 million in scholarship for achievement in academics, athletics and the arts. Prestonwood Christian Academy North opened in August 2014 and serves students in Pre-Kindergarten 3 to 5th grade in the classroom addition of Prestonwood Baptist Church North Campus at the intersection of Dallas Parkway and Prosper Trail.
- To see more information about our school please click on the link below https://vimeo.com/135918020
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School Reviews
| 5 12/11/2012 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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