Tel:
(910)791-4248
- Wilmington Christian Academy was founded in 1969 as a ministry of Grace Baptist Church.
- We desire to lead our students to a saving knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ and then assist them in conforming their lives to His image.
- The spiritual, social and academic atmosphere at WCA is designed to produce productive, intelligent young people who are prepared and willing to take the message of Jesus Christ into our society.
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Other religious school association(s) Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools National Council for Private School Accreditation |
| Religious Affiliation | Baptist |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-12 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | multiple |
| Year Founded | 1969 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 800 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 10%
State avg.: 18% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 39 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 21:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 60%
|
| Average Class Size | 25 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 3 courses |
| Advanced Courses | Dual Enrollment classes and CLEP programs available, Numerous Advanced Courses, |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (School uniform) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | **depends on grade |
| Admissions Director | Barren Nobles |
| Admissions Associate | Cathy Dotson-PreSchool/Elem |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 8 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, VolleyballBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 10 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | American Christian Honor Society, Car Club, Choir, Foreign Travel opportunities, Handbell Choir, Private Music Lessons, Spanish Club, Student Council, Various Community Service opportunites, Voice Ensembles Car Club, Choir, Handbell Choir, Spanish Club, American Christian Honor Society, Foreign Travel opportunities, Private Music Lessons, Student Council, Various Community Service opportunites, Voice Ensembles, |
School Notes
- Faith * Intellect * Character
- Offering the most comprehensive Christian education in Wilmington
- Fully Accrediated Program
- Accelerated Curriculum, College Credit, AP & Advanced Classes
- Comprehensive Fine Arts Program with Private Lessons available
- School Sports Teams Grades 6-12
- Innovative Techology (K-12)
- Elementary Intramural Sports
- Summer Day Camp
- Sports & Enrichment Camps
- Full Hot Lunch program
- Excellent Facilities
- Secure Campus
- Family-Friendly Affordable Tuition
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WilmingtonSt Mark Catholic School(Roman Catholic)Grades: KG-8 | 360 students
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School Reviews
| 5 5/17/2016 Wilmington Christian Academy has the entire package...academic rigor, fine arts programs, student life initiatives, athletic sports programs starting in K4 through the JV & Varsity level. They also strongly encourage community and volunteer service projects! Our son has flourished since arriving at WCA and I honestly can't see him anywhere else!! So blessed to have him here!! - Posted by Parent - sbord |
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