Summit Christian Academy

1500 SW Jefferson
Lees Summit, MO 64081
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The SCA Early Education program for children ages 2 1/2 - 5, offers a curriculum that includes, Spanish, Science, Social Studies, Bible, Reading, Phonics, Music and Physical Education, all in a loving environment taught by certified teachers.
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The SCA Early Education program for children ages 2 1/2 - 5, offers a curriculum that includes, Spanish, Science, Social Studies, Bible, Reading, Phonics, Music and Physical Education, all in a loving environment taught by certified teachers.
The SCA High School athletics program is part of MSHAA. SCA offers both girls and boys basketball, soccer, track and field, golf and cross country, and girls dance, softball, and volleyball, and boys baseball and football. The teams have been state-ranked in several athletic areas.
  • Serving nearly 800 students from 160 area churches, Summit Christian Academy serves preschool through 12th grade students.
  • SCA is fully-accredited and provides college-preparatory academics and a full range of extracurricular activities.
  • Founded as an independent Christian school, SCA staff and teachers strive to inspire students to discover and achieve their God-given potential.
  • The vision statement of SCA is to be the school of choice for parents who desire excellence.

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc. Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
AdvancED
Religious Affiliation Christian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support Yes
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded 1989

Student Body

Total Students 788 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade Summit Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers 60 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
42%
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Advanced Courses American History 101, American History 102, English Composition 101, English Composition 102, Math 110 - College Algebra, Math 206 - College Trigonometry, Math 210 - College Calculus, Spanish 110, Spanish 120, Spanish 211, Spanish 221, Western Civilization 201, Western Civilization 202
Average ACT score 25
Matriculation DataMatric. Data Link to Matriculation Data

Finances and Admission

Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Tuition Notes Varies by grade
% on Financial Aid
22%
Admissions Director Sarah Coats
Admissions Associate Christy Merrell

Sports

Total Sports Offered 11 sports
Sports Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball, WrestlingBaseball, Basketball,
Cheering, Cross Country,
Football, Golf,
Soccer, Softball,
Track and Field, Volleyball,
Wrestling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. 15 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. Art Competitions, Choir, Dance Team, International Thespian Society, Junior/Senior Ensemble, National Honor Society, Orchestra, Speech and Debate, Student Ambassador, Student Ambassador Program, Student Council, Student Government, Volunteer Opportunities Club, Worship Team, Youth Wrestling Program Choir, Dance Team, Orchestra, Worship Team, Art Competitions,
International Thespian Society,
Junior/Senior Ensemble,
National Honor Society,
Speech and Debate,
Student Ambassador,
Student Ambassador Program,
Student Council,
Student Government,
Volunteer Opportunities Club,
Youth Wrestling Program,

School Notes

  • 36-acre campus includes elementary and secondary facilities, athletic fields, and two playground areas.
  • Member of Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA).
  • Dual-credit courses allow students to graduate with as many as 58 college credit hours.
  • Parent and grandparent volunteers are welcomed and can be seen throughout the school monitoring the hallways, helping at lunch, reading in the library, and assisting in athletic programs.
  • Average ACT of 24.9 (Class of 2016).
  • Named in the top 5 Private Schools by the Kansas City Business Journal.
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