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Mount Paran Christian School is a grades PreK3-12 private Christian, non-denominational, college-preparatory school. MPCS is committed to excellence in academics, award-winning arts, and championship athletics.
Founded in 1976, MPCS is fully accredited (SAIS/Cognia/CESA) and located in the shadow of Kennesaw Mountain on a 68-acre collegiate-like campus.
MPCS unites with home and church to prepare servant-leaders to honor God, love others, and walk in Truth.
We invite you to experience the difference an MPCS education can make for your child at an Open House or Tuesday Tour
For the second year in a row, MPC athletics has earned Regions Director's Cup issued by the Georgia Athletic Director's Association (GADA). The overall athletic program won the back-to-back title ...morein the GHSA Division 2A classification for the state of Georgia for the 2023-2024 season. hide
The class of 2024 comprises 114 students accepted into some of the nation's finest colleges, and universities. Out of the graduates who applied, 54% were accepted to Georgia and/or Georgia ...moreTech. Out of all scholarship funds reported from the class of 2024, two students were selected as National Merit Scholar finalists; 65 students will receive Merit-Based academic achievement scholarships, 1 Arts scholarship; and 19 students will receive athletic scholarships all of which total more than 8.8 million dollars of combined merit-based, performing/visual arts, and athletic scholarship monies. This does not include an estimated 3.4 million dollars of HOPE/Zell Miller scholarship funding that totals for the class of 2024 an estimated 12.2 million dollars of scholarship offerings! hide
AB World History, AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Computer Science, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP French, AP French 2, AP Human Geography, AP Microeconomics, AP Physics, AP Physics 2, AP Psychology, AP Spanish, AP Spanish 2, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art 2-D Design, AP Studio Art 3-D Design, AP Studio Art Drawing, AP US Government, AP US History
Club or Organization: Beta Club, Black History Bowl Team, Chess Club, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, French National Honor Society, IMPACT Club, Key Club, National Honor Society, NJHS, Outreach/Missions, Peer Mentoring Initiative, Peoples Club, Robotics Club, Spanish National Honor Society, Student Government Association
Arts and Music Programs: Band, Drama, International Thespian Society, National Art Honor Society, NJAHS, Orchestra, Private Dance Lessons, Private Music lessons, Tri M Music Honor Society
Recreational Athletic Programs: Fishing Team, Powder Puff Football
School Notes
Founded in 1976
Fully accredited SAIS/Cognia/CESA
PreK3 through grade 12 grade college-preparatory school
Largest private school in Cobb county
68-acre collegiate-like campus next to Kennesaw Mountain, with
6-acre lake and historic cabin
Small class sizes and average 12:1 student-teacher ratios
All teachers are degreed and/or Georgia-certified
56 AP and honors courses offered
Spanish beginning at 3-years-old
Rigorous academics, gifted program, instructional support,
STEAM, robotics, and 1:1 device program
Exploratory and elective options from PK-12
Award-winning performing arts and magnet program
110+ annual arts performances school-wide
State championship athletics in 16 sports (including a fishing
team)
25 christian/catholic denominations representing
More than 120 churches represented
30% diverse student body
$10+ million in college scholarships offered (before HOPE)
100% college acceptance rate to prestigious universities such
as Columbia, Cornell, Duke, Emory, Georgia Tech, MIT, Princeton,
and UC Berkeley
Weekly Bible classes, chapel, and service to local ministry
partners
Mount Paran Christian School's tuition is approximately $24,221 for private students and $250 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Mount Paran Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Mount Paran Christian School is 35%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. Mount Paran Christian School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Georgia with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Mount Paran Christian School offer?
Mount Paran Christian School offers 20 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, E-sports, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Wrestling. Mount Paran Christian School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for most sports offered.
Grades: K-12 | 697 students10.9 miles 4385 Lower Roswell Road Marietta, GA 30068 (770) 971-0245
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(8 reviews)
512/1/2023
There's no shortage of options for schools if you live in Marietta so we shopped them all before choosing a private school for our daughter. We were looking for a truly Christian education, aligning our beliefs with everything she would be taught at school while making sure it was highly challenging academically. Some schools weren't Christian or covenantal, some were Christian but not even as rigorous as the public schools nearby. But Mount Paran had both, and great sports options to boot. Since choosing MPCS as our school, we have had no regrets and it has been more than worth the financial investment. She is part of a special community that knows her and helps her rise to be the best person she can be. We are thankful to Mount Paran for that.
- Posted by Parent - Shelly
59/15/2023
I am so glad my parents pulled me and my siblings from this school. I have started at another area christian private school and it is amazing the difference. For being a christian school, there was a lot of evil at Mount Paran. I did not feel known. I along with some of my other friends who left were second to the kids whose parents taught there. They got a lot of special treatment. It was ridiculous. They might as well not let other students in and just form a school for those kids and their parents. I am so happy to now be at a TRUE Christian school.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - L Broadman
53/7/2020
We moved our oldest daughter to this school in 2nd grade and was completely blown away from the transformation that took place in his confidence and academic abilities. He was more than prepared for college. We started our other two children at MPCS in preschool. They have had a great experience at this school. While MPCS is not a perfect community, it has not only provided a strong academic experience but a strong Christian world view which is priceless!
- Posted by Parent - johnb
59/11/2019
My family has been part of the MPCS community for going on sixteen years, and there is NO PLACE LIKE MPCS! Everything is done with excellence and love and Christ-centeredness. The academics, athletics, arts, facilities, chapels, technological advancements, faculty, administrators, and even the food are the BEST! Graduates are well-rounded and feel incredibly prepared for college and can defend their faith in God. The study-abroad opportunities and mission trips offer amazing chances to discover the world and learn about other cultures. The student body and staff are becoming more and more diverse each year - a testament to the family atmosphere. I am proud to be involved with this school - especially as they launch into building an innovation center for high school that is likely to achieve national recognition. The tuition isn't cheap, but it's a worthy investment into the intentional development of the children - spirit, body, and mind.
- Posted by Parent - Isaac's Mom
58/19/2019
My child attended MPCS from 5th grade to 12 grade, where she graduated in 2014. This school was a wonderful environment for her to be challenged academically, grow spiritually and emotionally. SUCH A GREAT PLACE!
- Posted by Teacher - AndreaR
58/19/2019
We have thoroughly enjoyed our 14 years at this school. Outstanding academics, phenomenal campus, and loving environment that we believe has equipped our sons to be very successful in college.
- Posted by Parent - AmyS
51/5/2019
We recently moved to Oklahoma after having children at Mount Paran Christian School for the past 18 years. My husband had been offered many job promotions in the past, but he would never take them because we did not want to leave this school. While we have found another Christian school for our daughters to attend, it just does not compare to Mount Paran. The teachers, the administrators, the students...they are all the BEST and we miss them terribly! We LOVE Mount Paran Christian School!
- Posted by Parent - KarenL
56/3/2016
Our son transferred from Cobb county public school prior to 10th grade: to be challenged academically, to be less anonymous (more godly adults around him), to mature socially. He graduated May of '16 with and accepted a Presidential Scholarship to Auburn University. He had his share of missteps, but grace abounds at MPCS. Teachers and administrators lead, encourage and fight for kids to find and use their gifts to the glory of God because they have been called to this place. Passion cannot be faked, this place is the real deal.
- Posted by Parent - dougd
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