Why SCA Is Kansas City’s #1 Private & Christian School
Summit Christian Academy is Kansas City’s largest accredited independent Christian school. Our commitment to academic excellence, godly character, and a passion for life equips every student to succeed. SCA represents the face of the Christian community, and our rigorous curriculum is taught from a biblical worldview. SCA is united around a simple statement of faith and enriched by denominational diversity. Our mission is to inspire students to achieve their God-given potential through excellent academics and Christian training in a compassionate environment.
With a 36-acre campus, SCA offers classes for students entering preschool - 12th grade. The preschool, prekindergarten, elementary, junior high, and senior high programs are all taught by educators who are committed Christians highly qualified in their respective subject areas. Teachers have chosen to teach in a Christian environment where they exercise the freedom to wrap academic excellence in biblical truth, in order to educate the whole child.
SCA 2025 Campus Visit Days
Would you like to learn more about the largest private school in the Kansas City area? Summit Christian Academy will be hosting upcoming Campus Visit Days on March 21! We would love to host you and your family!
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A Midsummer Night's Dream
The Summit Christian Academy (SCA) Theatre Department will present William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream on the stage at SCA at 7 p.m. on February 27, 28 & March 1, and a matinee at 1 p.m. on March 1.
One of the most fantastical plays written by William Shakespeare, A Midsummer Night's Dream is a comedic play set in a forest outside of Athens that involves fairies, love, a wedding, and the unpredictable nature of love. Will love triumph over all? Come and find out as SCA Theatre presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Tickets can be purchased online at www.cur8.com (search “Summit Christian Academy”). Tickets can be purchased in advance for $10, or $12 at the door.
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Arts and Activities
The opportunity to watch a child explore and grow in their individual talents is a gift. At Summit Christian Academy, we offer many opportunities for students to hone their artistic talents through fine arts, drama, and music programs. Our band, orchestra, and choir students place at the district and state levels, and enjoy performing for the community. Our drama and visual art students have also received several recognized awards and nominations.
Mission & Service
One of the core values at SCA is cultivating community. Students in preschool-12th grade serve the community throughout the school year.
Extracurricular Activities
SCA offers a variety of activities for students to participate in extracurricular and cocurricular activities that enhance their educational experience.
Athletics
Summit Christian Academy is committed to a vibrant sports program that develops athletic skills & Christ-like character.
Inspiring Students
The mission of SCA is to inspire students to achieve their God-given potential through excellent academics and Christian training in a compassionate environment.
CONNECTED TO OUR COMMUNITY
Community Support for Summit
Christian Academy
Community Support for Summit Christian Academy includes many parents, patrons, businesses, alumni, and covenant churches in the Kansas City area. Our partnerships allow us to continue providing a Christ-centered educational program where we inspire excellence and ignite leadership among our students.
Summit Christian Academy Quick Facts
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SCA is Kansas City’s #1 accredited Christian School
1,279
2024-25 Student Enrollment
22.24
2024 ACT Test Average
93
Hours of dual-credit courses offered
15
SCA has served International students from 15 countries
12:1
Student/Teacher Ratio
36
Acres of campus with elementary, secondary facilities and athletic fields
207
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