Children's Ark Childcare is a Ministry of Springfield Christian Academy.
The academy, a ministry of Dixie Baptist Church, was founded in 1972.
Dr. Paul S. Vanaman opened SCA as a Christian day school that would prepare students for college so that those young people would grow to server the Lord Jesus Christ.
With the Bible as our standard, our goal is to develop young men and women mentally, emotionally, physically, and most importantly, spiritually by providing the highest academic athletic, spiritual, and extracurricular activities.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Springfield Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-11
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
325 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Offering a Life Worth Living
- Children's Ark Childcare is a Ministry of Springfield Christian Academy. The academy, a ministry of Dixie Baptist Church, was founded in 1972. Dr. Paul S. Vanaman opened SCA as a Christian day school that would prepare students for college so that those young people would grow to server the Lord Jesus Christ. With the Bible as our standard, our goal is to develop young men and women mentally, emotionally, physically, and most importantly, spiritually by providing the highest academic athletic, spiritual, and extracurricular activities.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Springfield Christian Academy often compared to?
Springfield Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Divine Grace Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What is Springfield Christian Academy's ranking?
Springfield Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Springfield Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Springfield Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Springfield Christian Academy is Everest Collegiate High School & Academy (3.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Montessori School Of Clarkston (3.0 miles away)
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Quick Facts
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(Catholic)
5935 Clarkston Road
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 241-9012
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 241-9012
3.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 458 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition listed
Lakecrest Baptist School
(Baptist)
35 Airport Road
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 681-3214
Waterford, MI 48327
(248) 681-3214
7.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 64 students
1116 S Hickory Ridge Rd
Milford, MI 48380
(248) 887-6698
Milford, MI 48380
(248) 887-6698
15.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 80 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
St. Patrick Catholic School
(Catholic)
9040 Hutchins St
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(248) 698-3240
White Lake, MI 48386
(248) 698-3240
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Gr: K-8 | 452 students
5495 Dixie Hwy
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-0340
Waterford, MI 48329
(248) 623-0340
4.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 473 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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