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Plaza Heights Christian Academy

Our goal is to teach Biblical truth in an environment of academic excellence that prepares students to impact the world for Christ.
We strive to be an authentic Christian community that is unified by our common faith in Jesus Christ.
We energize and equip each student to succeed in whatever path the Lord directs
We partner with parents to see our students impact their communities and become purposeful, productive, Christian adults.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 339 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,975
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Plaza Heights Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1999

Student Body

Total Students
339 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Plaza Heights Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
15%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
1 course
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Dual Credit Art Appreciation, Dual Enrollment classes are offered through GCU and LeTourneau University., Honors Physics, Honors PreCalculus
Average ACT score
21
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$7275 per year for K-5 $7575 per year for 6-8 $7850 per year for 9-12
% on Financial Aid
8%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,200
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Theresa Jones

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Student Council

Club or Organization:
National Honor Society

Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Praise Band

School Notes

  • We exist to assist parents in providing their children with a superior education and a firm foundation of Christian values, equipping them with skills to impact their world as devoted followers of Christ.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Plaza Heights Christian Academy cost?
Plaza Heights Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $7,975 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Plaza Heights Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Plaza Heights Christian Academy is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.
What sports does Plaza Heights Christian Academy offer?
Plaza Heights Christian Academy offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Plaza Heights Christian Academy's ranking?
Plaza Heights Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Plaza Heights Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Plaza Heights Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (6 reviews)
5  
Great school! Good academics and many opportunities for athletics, art, music etc. This has been a great alternative to the huge public schools for our kids.
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5  
Plaza Heights has been everything I wished for my child and more. The leadership TRULY cares about the school's vision and goals they set forth for the school. The leadership are visible and interact with parents as well, which is really nice. We are a working family so before and after care is crucial for us. This school offers both of these at a great price. If you are wanting to find a solid biblical foundation for your child this is definitely a great place to send your little one. The class size is just right as well. In speaking with friends who teach at public schools it appears the teachers (at public schools) are super stressed, pulled in different directions and can't keep up with every child's demands....but how can you with 20+ kids in a classroom?! The class size for our daughter's class is around 13 kiddos. Lastly, we participate in the MOST program where I have money taken out of my paycheck (tax free) which goes into the MOST savings plan. I then take this money out (twice per year) to have it sent directly to this school. During tax time I noticed my refund amount go up after I entered this MOST deduction. All in all it's a win win for our fam.
- Posted by
5  
Our children attended Plaza from preschool up into their high school years (until we moved out of state). We were extremely devastated to have to leave. The staff and teachers truly cared for my kids and our family. The school strives to have many different opportunities for kids to grow and develop educationally, spiritually, and characteristically. They offer many sports, a great music program, theater, arts, and much more. Our children participated in many activities and loved them all. If they struggled educationally the teachers were willing to help them outside of the classroom as well as in it. This is a great well rounded school for a Christian Education.
- Posted by
5  
Where else can you get a quality private school education taught through a Christian Worldview for approximately $5,000 per year? In addition, the school is a safe "family like" environment small enough that everyone has an opportunity to partipate in all desired extra curricular activities..
- Posted by
5  
This school is fantastic! The teachers and staff truly care about the students! It is a wonderful christian environment to raise kids!
- Posted by
5  
my teacher was amazing and the principal was to! I learned so much and highly recommend it to any kid!
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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked MO School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 339 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,975
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Jackson County, MO is $9,771 for elementary schools and $12,903 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Jackson County, MO is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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