Merritt Island Christian School vs. Space Coast Christian Academy
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School Overview
School
Top Rankings
Merritt Island Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
Space Coast Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School History
Overview
Merritt Island Christian School's emphasis on excellence in academics begins first with our experienced and talented faculty members, chosen from their strength as role models, backed by outstanding educational credentials and a proven ability to connect with students; our faculty members are dedicated to teaching challenging academic classes within a biblical perspective.
The purpose at Merritt Island Christian School is to promote academic, spiritual, physical and social development with an aggressive program of excellence in preschool through twelfth grade.
Our desire is to provide a comprehensive educational experience that will build spiritual strength, character and equip each student with the tools they need to continue their studies successfully at the college level.
These goals are accomplished through a well-established curriculum, and instruction from a faculty of degreed and certified teachers.
The Mission of Merritt Island Christian School is to lead students to a saving relationship with Jesus Christ, inspire them to academic excellence and to equip them to impact their community through the biblical principles of character, leadership and service.
The mission of Space Coast Christian Academy is to provide strong, Christian education consistent with Biblical principles.
A dedicated faculty presents God as the source of all life and truth. Within a secure, loving environment, students can develop spiritually, socially, and intellectually.
We strongly believe that the union of our school, its families, and their churches will equip our students for a life pursuing excellence and integrity under the Lordship of Christ.
Grades Offered
PK-12
NS-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
No
Year Founded
1977
1967
Students Body
Total Students
406 students
240 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
37%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
-
10
Pre-K Students
105
20
Kindergarten Students
30
18
Grade 1 Students
24
25
Grade 2 Students
24
19
Grade 3 Students
22
23
Grade 4 Students
21
21
Grade 5 Students
14
13
Grade 6 Students
20
17
Grade 7 Students
17
20
Grade 8 Students
25
20
Grade 9 Students
29
15
Grade 10 Students
28
9
Grade 11 Students
21
5
Grade 12 Students
26
5
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
16 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
99%
90%
Average Class Size
12
18
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:5
1:15
Average SAT score
1220
n/a
Average ACT score
25
n/a
Classroom Dress Code
n/a
Casual
(standard school uniform)
(standard school uniform)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$10,978
n/a
Tuition Notes
Tuition cost is that of 9th-12th grade. Younger grades decrease. To learn more, see here: https://micscougars.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Schedule-of-Tuition-and-Fees-2020-2021-New-Enrollees-Website.pdf
K5 - 3rd $8,200
4th-8th $7,708
9th-12th $7,705
$375.00 Registration Fee
$300 Book Fee
% on Financial Aid
n/a
98%
Acceptance Rate
n/a
85%
Admissions Director
Margaret Davis
Deana Clark
Admissions Associate
n/a
Andi Trent
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11
5
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
27
2
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Backgammon Club, Checkers Club, Chess Club, Coffee/Cookies/Conversations Club, Community Outreach Club, Cultural Foods Club, Dance Club, Debate Club, Drama Club, Etiquette Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Hispanic Honor Society, Hospitality Club, Improv Club, Man Cave Club, missions club, National Art Honor Society, National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Poster Club, Scrabble Club, Sign Language Club, Student Government, Surf Club, The Jewish Experience Club, The Servant Leader Club, Worship Team
Art Club, Tutoring