Columbus Christian Academy vs. Heritage Academy
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School Overview
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Overview
Columbus Christian Academy has triple accreditations from the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), the Mississippi Association of Independent Schools (MAIS), and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
Columbus Christian Academy exists to provide a Christ-centered, Bible-based educational program aimed at spiritual growth and academic excellence.
We will provide an environment in which every student is cared for spiritually, intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally.Columbus Christian Academy students, by God`s grace, will be servant-leaders who effectively live out and communicate a Biblical world-view, strive to realize their academic potential, and seek to know and fulfill the unique purpose that God has planned for each of their lives.
At CCA our goal is to educate the mind and nourish the soul.
At Heritage Academy, our mission is to provide high moral standards and academic excellence.
The board, administration, and faculty of Heritage Academy believe that every child should be provided with a good atmosphere for learning and with opportunities for developing sound moral and social values, physical fitness, and an aesthetic appreciation.
We believe that it is the responsibility of the administration and staff to provide the school experience that will teach each student personal responsibility and obligations as a contributing member of society.
Heritage Academy seeks a well-rounded education that will prepare students to have a superior foundation for higher education and provide them with opportunities for developing individual abilities.
Grades Offered
PK-12
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Year Founded
1975
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Students Body
Total Students
248 students
468 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
7%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
33
22
Kindergarten Students
27
26
Grade 1 Students
20
22
Grade 2 Students
15
25
Grade 3 Students
19
26
Grade 4 Students
21
31
Grade 5 Students
10
42
Grade 6 Students
14
26
Grade 7 Students
14
43
Grade 8 Students
17
40
Grade 9 Students
18
35
Grade 10 Students
8
36
Grade 11 Students
18
54
Grade 12 Students
14
40
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
34 teachers
Average Class Size
20
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Teacher : Student Ratio
1:11
1:14
Average ACT score
24
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Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(School Uniforms)
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Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$4,800
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Tuition Notes
Pre K = $2,500 (including aftercare)
Kindergarten - $3,500 (including aftercare)
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Admissions Associate
Caron Byrd
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
8
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Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
7
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Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Drama, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, National Honor Society, Praise Band, Student Council, Student Journalism (Ram Page & Yearbook), Theatre
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