Matthews Christian Academy (MCA) is a Christ-centered, college preparatory academy that empowers students to develop their God-given potential, serve others with love and grace, and impact their world for Christ.
Founded in 1976, MCA is a ministry of Bible Baptist Church.
MCA serves students from age 4 to 12th grade.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
203 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
44%
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition for the 24-25 School Year:
K4: $7750
K5-5th: $8750
6th-8th: $9250
9th-12th: $9750
Admissions Director
Jared Daulton
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Class, Band, Choir, Handbells
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Physical Education Class
Art Class, Band, Choir, Handbells
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Physical Education Class
School Notes
- MCA strives to provide students with a warm spiritual atmosphere, quality academics, and excellence in fine arts.
- MCA has a diverse student body - many of our students speak second languages.
- MCA exists to reinforce Christian values from the Christian home to the Christian classroom.
- Everything we do is framed by the question "How can we develop Christlikeness in our students ".
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Matthews Christian Academy offer?
Matthews Christian Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Matthews Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Matthews Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Matthews Christian Academy located?
Matthews Christian Academy is located in the Marshbrooke neighborhood of Matthews, NC.
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