Inspiring Students.
Excellent Academics.
Christian Training.
Compassionate Environment.

An independent, nondenominational Christian school, Summit Christian Academy is one of the top private schools in the Kansas City metropolitan area.

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.

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Arts and Activities

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.

Service

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

Extracurricular Activities

SCA offers a variety of activities for students to participate in extracurricular and cocurricular activities that enhance their educational experience.

Athletics

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

#1

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

Partner Churches

This is an outstanding Christian School to send children to. My grandchildren are going there and they love it. They have a Lee's Summit police officer hired who is there…

SCA Grandparent

SCA is the best school in the Kansas City area! I attended SCA and graduated and now I have my own children there. The tuition may be pricey, but you…

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News and Events

SCA Senior Receives Dr. Finch Endowment Award

(Lee’s Summit) – Summit Christian Academy (SCA) is pleased to announce that senior Julean McGregor was the recipient of SCA’s Dr. Finch Endowment Award. Dr. Harold Finch, who helped shape…

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SCA Elementary Students Complete Reading Challenge

(Lee’s Summit) – Summit Christian Academy (SCA) is pleased to announce that over ninety elementary students were acknowledged and celebrated recently for their accomplishments in reading over summer break. Every…

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Summit Christian Academy Theatre Department presents The Music Man

(Lee’s Summit) – The Summit Christian Academy (SCA) Theatre Department will present The Music Man on the stage at SCA at 7 p.m. on November 7, 8, and 9, and…

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SCA Secondary Students Selected for KC Metro District Honor Choirs

(Lee’s Summit) – Summit Christian Academy (SCA) is pleased to announce that eight secondary choir members have earned a spot in one of the Kansas City Metro District Honor Choirs…

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