Desoto Christian Academy vs. Cross Creek Christian Academy
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School Overview
School
Top Rankings
Desoto Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:
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Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Cross Creek Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:
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Extracurriculars
Overview
Providing an affordable Christian education Biblical Principles Certified Teachers Abeka Curriculum
Cross Creek Christian Academy provides a Christ-centered education that seeks to develop students academically, spiritually, and personally.
We believe students thrive in an environment where strong academics, biblical truth, meaningful relationships, and high expectations work together to prepare them for both the opportunities and responsibilities ahead.From the foundational years through high school, our academic program emphasizes mastery, critical thinking, strong communication skills, and personal responsibility.
Younger students build essential skills through proven methods such as phonics-based reading instruction, cursive handwriting, and traditional mathematics.
As students progress into middle and high school, they are challenged to think more deeply, work more independently, develop their individual strengths, and take greater ownership of their education.Because we believe education is about more than academics, students are encouraged to grow as leaders, teammates, friends, and responsible young adults.
Grades Offered
PK-12
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
Yes
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
No
No
Year Founded
2018
1998
Students Body
Total Students
370 students
134 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
58%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
-
10
Pre-K Students
35
14
Kindergarten Students
35
14
Grade 1 Students
35
12
Grade 2 Students
35
12
Grade 3 Students
35
12
Grade 4 Students
35
10
Grade 5 Students
35
10
Grade 6 Students
20
10
Grade 7 Students
17
9
Grade 8 Students
16
8
Grade 9 Students
13
5
Grade 10 Students
17
3
Grade 11 Students
20
3
Grade 12 Students
22
2
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
13 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
80%
60%
Average Class Size
18
14
Number of AP Classes
n/a
8
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
Average ACT score
25
n/a
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
(uniform policy in place)
(uniform policy in place)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
n/a
please inquire
Acceptance Rate
95%
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Admissions Director
n/a
Christy Kerby, Administrator
Admissions Associate
n/a
Stephanie Thomas
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8
2
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
2
21
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
National Honor Society
Arts and Music Programs:
Theater Program
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Adventure ClubBeta Club
Community ServiceManUp (boys)
Mentoring/TutoringNational Christian Honor Society
P-31 GirlsSTEM Classes
Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClassesArt Shows
Drama productionsGuitar Lessons
Music classMusical Theatre
Performing ArtsVoice Lessons
Worship Team
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Physical EducationSoccer Shots
Sports Club