McKinney Christian Academy is a Christian, interdenominational, college preparatory, coeducational, independent, nonprofit PreK4 through grade 12 school.
McKinney Christian Academy strives to educate and mold tomorrow's leaders into strong men and women of character, honor and integrity.
McKinney Christian Academy exists to honor Jesus Christ by teaching students to live biblically through education of mind, body and spirit.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked TX School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
McKinney Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia/Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
610 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
33%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
7 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Language & Composition, AP Biology, AP Calcus AB, AP English Literature, AP Government, Dual Credit Communications Applications (Speech), Dual Credit US History
Average SAT score
1190
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
25
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $7,325 -$15,125 (varies by grade level)
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Elaine Mayberry
Admissions Associate
Enda Pajela, ISP Coordinator
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
ACSI Competitions (Grades 3 - 12) Academic and Fine Arts, Art Cadre (Lower School), Math Olympics (Lower and Middle School), Minis and Ponies Cheerleading (Lower School), National Honor Society (Middle and Upper School), Safety Patrol Team (Grades 4 and 5), Spring Mission Trip Teams (High School), Student Government (Middle and Upper School), TAPPS Competitions (Middle and Upper School), Yearbook and School Newspaper (Upper School), Young Authors Competition (Grades 1 - 5)
School Notes
- McKinney Christian Academy strives to be a springboard for local and internationalstudents in the pursuit of lives which encounter, enjoy, and express the love of God through excellence in every endeavor. It is the desire of all those associated with the academy that our students, for the rest of their lives, would be living witnesses of and for the grace, compassion, ethics, and sovereignty of our Almighty God.MCA has been awarded McKinney Courier-Gazette Readers' Choice Award"The Best 草榴社区 School in McKinney" every year since 2006!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of McKinney Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of McKinney Christian Academy is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. McKinney Christian Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Texas with low acceptance rates.
What sports does McKinney Christian Academy offer?
McKinney Christian Academy offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is McKinney Christian Academy's ranking?
McKinney Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for McKinney Christian Academy?
The application deadline for McKinney Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 4/8/2022
They don't even let you do four star. Scamborghini.
5 9/8/2012
MCA is an incredible, nurturing school environment. Most of the students are in sports, arts, etc. Everyone can find a place to belong. The center of everything is Christ--the classroom, and extra-curriculars. The academics are far superior to our experience in public school, even the AP and dual credit classes are better than the ones we experienced in MISD. Our children are learning how to study and learn. They will be prepared for success in college and life when they graduate from MCA.
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