Mercer Christian Academy

Nestled in the beautiful mountains of southern West Virginia, MCA is located in Princeton, the gateway to Four Seasons Country.
Our educational program places great emphasis on academic excellence. Since 1980, MCA has provided a quality, Bible-centered education to students from K-3 to grade 12 in a safe, caring, Christian environment.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked WV School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 211 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,300
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Mercer Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1980

Student Body

Total Students
211 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 9%
Students by Grade
Mercer Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
17%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
There is multi-children discounts. Please contact the school for information.
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Mark Patton

Sports

Total Sports Offered
7 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Business, Computers, Creative Writing, Fine Arts, Jr. Civitan, Speech, Student Government Association, Student Newspaper, Yearbook

School Notes

  • Our MISSION is the directing of the process of human development towards God's objective for man: godliness of character and action. Mercer Christian Academy will strive to educate the whole child: spiritually, academically, and physically with a comprehensive program of Christ-centered Bible teaching, scriptural based curricula in all academic disciplines, and instruction in health and physical education for life long service to God. MCA will attempt to supplement and not supplant the home (which is God's "anointed" institution for all education) and the local Bible-believing church, working with these two to prepare children for whatever sphere of service the Lord would have that child enter upon graduation: college, vocational/trade training, Bible school, the world of work, the family, or vocational Christian service.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mercer Christian Academy cost?
Mercer Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $4,300 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Mercer Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Mercer Christian Academy is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 90%.
What sports does Mercer Christian Academy offer?
Mercer Christian Academy offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball. Mercer Christian Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for most sports offered.
What is Mercer Christian Academy's ranking?
Mercer Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Mercer Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Mercer Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked WV School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 211 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,300
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in West Virginia is $5,318 for elementary schools and $5,043 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in West Virginia is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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