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Medina Christian Academy vs. Northside Christian Academy

Should you attend Medina Christian Academy or Northside Christian Academy? Visitors to our site frequently compare these two schools. Compare their rankings, scores, reviews and more to help you determine which school is the best choice for you.

School Overview

School
Medina Christian Academy Photo - Medina Christian Academy is proud to offer a Christ-centered, quality preschool through high school education. The mission of Medina Christian Academy is to glorify God by providing a quality, Christ-centered education which challenges students to maximize their potential so they are prepared to further their education and become productive Christian citizens.
Medina Christian Academy
(2)
3646 Medina Rd
Medina, OH 44256
Combined school
Northside Christian Academy Photo - NCA Eagles Soar!
Northside Christian Academy
7615 Ridge Rd
Wadsworth, OH 44281
Elementary school
Top Rankings

Medina Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Largest student body

Northside Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:

Category
Attribute
Affordability
Least expensive tuition
Student Body
Largest student body
Overview
Founded in 1981 by Medina First Baptist Church, Medina Christian Academy has been serving Christian families from many churches in Medina, Cuyahoga, Summit, Lorain and Wayne counties for over 27 years.
As a private Christian school, we provide a refreshing, safe and caring alternative to the public education system in a unique, distinctively Christian atmosphere.
Northside Christian Academy seeks to create a Christ centered community...one child at a time.
We aim to educate the whole child academically, physically, emotionally, and spiritually in preparation for a lifetime of service.
We support parents as they train children to live in a way that will honor their Lord.
We provide a Christ centered educational curriculum committed to academic excellence.
Religious Affiliation
Other
Christian
Grades Offered
PK-12
PK-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Speech
Year Founded
1981
1997
County
Medina, OH
Medina, OH

Students Body

Total Students
611 students
507 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
3%
Students by Grade
Medina Christian Academy Student By Grade
Northside Christian Academy Student By Grade

Students by Grade

Nursery Students
-
114
Pre-K Students
34
172
Kindergarten Students
45
100
Grade 1 Students
48
24
Grade 2 Students
50
25
Grade 3 Students
46
27
Grade 4 Students
48
15
Grade 5 Students
51
16
Grade 6 Students
55
7
Grade 7 Students
49
6
Grade 8 Students
47
1
Grade 9 Students
38
-
Grade 10 Students
32
-
Grade 11 Students
36
-
Grade 12 Students
32
-

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
26 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
25%
15%
Average Class Size
16
15
Number of AP Classes
6
n/a
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:17
1:20
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
(khaki pants and MCA shirts)
Casual

Finances and Admission

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
n/a
$3,900
Tuition Notes
tuition assistance available
Preschool Classes Tuition is different and can be found on our website.
% on Financial Aid
9%
11%
Average Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$500
Admissions Director
Heather Capper
Faith Tanko
Admissions Associate
n/a
Faith Tanko

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6
n/a
Sports
Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball
n/a

Extracurriculars

Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
9
2
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Choir, Computer Programming, Cooking Class, Drama Club, Knights Student Council, Piano Lessons, Robotics Club, Ski Club, Yearbook Club
Choir, Strings Program
 
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