Mountain City Christian Academy

The mission of Anchorage Christian Schools is to work hand in hand with the home and church to provide the environment, instruction and opportunities for service to educate and train leaders for Christ who function successfully in today's church and world.
Our primary objective and purpose is to train students in the knowledge of God and the Christian way of life and to give the student an excellent education.
To accomplish this, Anchorage Christian Schools strives to provide an environment in which each student may develop to his/her optimum potential spiritually, mentally, and physically, as well as socially, culturally and vocationally.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked AK School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 510 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,300
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Mountain City Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alaska for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1972

Student Body

Total Students
510 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Mountain City Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
2 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Calculus, AP English Literature
Average SAT score
1140
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
see handbook on website

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies from $6600-7300. Maximum family tuition rate is $14,500 per year.
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Choir, Orchestra

School Notes

  • It is the purpose of Anchorage Christian Schoools to provide a program of education, which while upholding a standard of scholastic excellence, has its integrating center in God the Father, God the Son (Jesus Christ) and God the Holy spirit, three in one, that foster vital Christian living.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mountain City Christian Academy cost?
Mountain City Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $7,300 for private students.
What schools are Mountain City Christian Academy often compared to?
Mountain City Christian Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Anchor Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Mountain City Christian Academy?
The acceptance rate of Mountain City Christian Academy is 90%, which is lower than the national average of 94%.
What sports does Mountain City Christian Academy offer?
Mountain City Christian Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Mountain City Christian Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Alaska for most sports offered.
What is Mountain City Christian Academy's ranking?
Mountain City Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alaska for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Mountain City Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Mountain City Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Mountain City Christian Academy located?
Mountain City Christian Academy is located in the Northeast Anchorage neighborhood of Anchorage, AK.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked AK School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 510 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,300
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Anchorage, AK is $9,588 for elementary schools and $8,770 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Anchorage, AK is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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