Grace Christian Academy
Academics
A rigorous, individualized, biblically-based curriculum that prepares students for college and for life.
Curriculum
School of Tomorrow Program
The curriculum used by GCA is the Biblically-based School of Tomorrow program. Teachers focus on individualization and mastery learning, with each child advancing in the subject material at his or her own speed.
The academically-gifted student does not suffer from boredom while waiting for the more challenged student, and the student needing additional assistance receives the needed help. All instruction in reading is based on the phonics method.
The Bible is taught daily, and students are required to memorize Scripture portions.
Grade Placement
Mastery-Based Advancement
A child who transfers from any school will not automatically be placed in the same or next grade. Progress through school depends upon what has been learned — the student's level of achievement.
Testing will be used to determine the appropriate grade level for each child. We expect each child to be proficient at his/her grade level in all subjects before moving on to the next grade. Remedial work will be available for those who are not performing at grade level.
College Preparatory
College Prep Course Requirements
Students must complete 18 College Preparatory credits at GCA to qualify for Valedictorian or Salutatorian.
Math
- Algebra I
- Algebra II
- Geometry
- Trigonometry
English
- English I
- English II
- English III
- English IV or College English
Social Studies
- World History
- American History
- Civics/Economics
- Geography
Science
- Biology
- Physical Science
- Chemistry
- Physics or Science Research or Biology II
Electives
- 2-Years Foreign Language
Grading
High School Grading Scale
Grades are reported on a nine-week schedule. Parent conferences may be scheduled at that time and at other appropriate times.
Student Programs
Beyond the Classroom
Grace Christian Academy offers an array of activities for various age groups to challenge the mind, exercise the body, cultivate teamwork, and build esprit de corps.
Elementary Programs
Junior High & High School — Championship Record
Academic Quiz Bowl
Regional Champions 2001–2019 · National Champions 2012, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022 · 2025 National Champions
Academic Team
Regional Champions 2001–2018 · National Champions 2012–2019 · 2023 National Finalist · 2025 National Champions
Drama Team
Southern Region Champions 2001–2018 · National Finalist 2012–2019 · 2023 Southern Region Finalist · 2023 National Finalist · 2025 Southern Regional Finalist · 2025 National Champions
Music Team
Southern Region Champions 2001, 2009 · Region Finalist 2016–2019 · 2023 Southern Region Finalist · 2025 Southern Region Finalist
Fine Arts
2023 National Finalist · 2025 National Champions
Basketball
Southern Region Champions 2012 · 2019 Southern Region Finalist · 2025 Regional Quarter Finalist
Volleyball
Southern Region Finalist 2017–2019 · 2025 Regional Quarter Finalist