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Mooresville Christian Academy

Private | PK-8 | 201 students

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5 stars

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Posted September 26, 2012

MCA has the best teachers and staff!! Genuine hearts for the kids... Wonderful atmosphere for kids to learn. Great role models! Thank you Mooresville Christian Academy!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 2, 2012

I went to this school for many years and I loved it! I still go back to visit with teachers and younger friends. The teachers and staff are so nice and really try to help every student. The academics are quite high, especially compared to some of the public schools nearby. It is a small school, but new students fit in well, perhaps even because it is so small. I had many friends who were new in the later grades and they made lots of friends quickly and I'm still in touch with them. Being a small school, pretty much your whole class is a big group of friends. This can either be a good or bad thing. Personally, I love this school and still miss its atmosphere sometimes!


Posted January 22, 2012

We love MCA! I highly recommend this school. We had our daughter tested into PreK early , as she is ahead of the game. They were happy to evaluate her and to work with our family to get her into the school. She has done absolutely wonderfully and the teachers and staff are fantastic. The other students are polite and friendly to everyone. They have several opportunities to get involved and a lot of school activities and functions. It feels like a family. We are so fortunate to have found MCA!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 31, 2007

My daughter just started first grade at MCA this year and being a single mom it's a huge sacrifice for me, but after going to the school and meeting the teachers, other parents, etc I feel as I've made the very best decision for her schooling needs. The one thing I love about MCA is that the faculty is so loving and caring and everything is so family oriented. You can go there at any time to talk to someone, to check up on your child, eat lunch with them, etc. I'm just overwhelmed by how much pride the teachers take in their role in our childs lives. It's just overall amazing and I couldn't feel more blessed to be able to have her attend there. I could easily tell people it's the best place for your child.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 8, 2005

The atmosphere at the school has improved greatly. We were in a period of change a couple of years ago, but things seem to be much better. The teachers are still great. Parental volunteering is much encouraged. The sports program has grown a lot in the past year and the music and arts programs are pretty good, too. The teachers, coaches and staff are a group of dedicated Christians who are serious about providing a good, well-rounded education, with everything centered around the Bible. You know up front what to expect, which is really nice. I highly recommend this school. We make sacrifices to be able to send both our children here, so we obviously think it is worth it.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 22, 2004

Presently we educate both of our children at MCA. We are very pleased with the quality of the education, the facility and the teachers. The administrator is excellant. The curriculum is challenging and the Jr. Hi Science and technology areas are very strong. Great school for the price. You could pay a lot more and get a lot less.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 9, 2003

My daughter has attended M.C.A. since she began kindergarten at 5 years old, now she is 12 and a seventh grader. We want the freedom of being Christians, even in school so that is our primary reason we started her out at M.C.A., as time has passed we are very secure with the educational format. We have a tremendous faith in the teachers, adminisitrating, and all of the staff that work with our child every day. Parents can volunteer to help out any time, which I believe brings a tighter bond with my daughter and myself.The M.C.A. continues to be a blessing to our family.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
English/Language Arts

The state average for English/Language Arts was 85% in 2012.

17 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
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Math

The state average for Math was 79% in 2012.

17 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
66%

2010

 
 
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Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Indiana used the Indiana Statewide Testing for Educational Progress-Plus (ISTEP+) assessment to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English/language arts and math, grades 4 and 6 in science, and in grades 5 and 7 in social studies. The ISTEP+ is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Indiana. The goal is for all students to score at the passing level on the test.

See Indiana's state standards

Source: Indiana Department of Education

English/Language Arts

The state average for English/Language Arts was 82% in 2012.

22 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 79% in 2012.

22 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
n/a
Science

The state average for Science was 78% in 2012.

22 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
n/a
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Indiana used the Indiana Statewide Testing for Educational Progress-Plus (ISTEP+) assessment to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English/language arts and math, grades 4 and 6 in science, and in grades 5 and 7 in social studies. The ISTEP+ is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Indiana. The goal is for all students to score at the passing level on the test.

See Indiana's state standards

Source: Indiana Department of Education

English/Language Arts

The state average for English/Language Arts was 78% in 2012.

19 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 86% in 2012.

19 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
n/a
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 67% in 2012.

19 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
80%

2010

 
 
n/a
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Indiana used the Indiana Statewide Testing for Educational Progress-Plus (ISTEP+) assessment to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English/language arts and math, grades 4 and 6 in science, and in grades 5 and 7 in social studies. The ISTEP+ is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Indiana. The goal is for all students to score at the passing level on the test.

See Indiana's state standards

Source: Indiana Department of Education

English/Language Arts

The state average for English/Language Arts was 78% in 2012.

20 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
84%

2010

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 82% in 2012.

20 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
n/a
Science

The state average for Science was 64% in 2012.

20 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
74%

2010

 
 
n/a
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Indiana used the Indiana Statewide Testing for Educational Progress-Plus (ISTEP+) assessment to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English/language arts and math, grades 4 and 6 in science, and in grades 5 and 7 in social studies. The ISTEP+ is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Indiana. The goal is for all students to score at the passing level on the test.

See Indiana's state standards

Source: Indiana Department of Education

English/Language Arts

The state average for English/Language Arts was 75% in 2012.

15 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2012.

15 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
n/a
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 71% in 2012.

15 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
n/a
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Indiana used the Indiana Statewide Testing for Educational Progress-Plus (ISTEP+) assessment to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English/language arts and math, grades 4 and 6 in science, and in grades 5 and 7 in social studies. The ISTEP+ is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Indiana. The goal is for all students to score at the passing level on the test.

See Indiana's state standards

Source: Indiana Department of Education

English/Language Arts

The state average for English/Language Arts was 73% in 2012.

17 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
n/a

2010

 
 
n/a
Math

The state average for Math was 80% in 2012.

17 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
n/a

2010

 
 
n/a
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Indiana used the Indiana Statewide Testing for Educational Progress-Plus (ISTEP+) assessment to test students in grades 3 through 8 in English/language arts and math, grades 4 and 6 in science, and in grades 5 and 7 in social studies. The ISTEP+ is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Indiana. The goal is for all students to score at the passing level on the test.

See Indiana's state standards

Source: Indiana Department of Education

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 70% in 2012.

17 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
n/a

2010

 
 
65%
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Indiana used the End-of-Course (ECA) assessment to test students in middle and high school in Algebra I, Biology I, and English 10. The ECA is a criterion-referenced assessment developed specifically for students completing their instruction in Algebra I, Biology I, or English 10. The goal is for all students to score at the passing level on the test.

See Indiana's state standards

Source: Indiana Department of Education

GreatSchools Rating

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Academic rating
6 / 10
Climate rating
Not available

This school's GreatSchools Rating is based on academics (90%) and climate (10%). The academic rating measures students' test scores, academic growth and college readiness. The climate rating measures safety, cleanliness, parent involvement and more.

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Academic rating

The academic rating is made up of equally-weighted parts: students' test scores, their academic growth (for elementary and middle schools) and their readiness for college (for high schools). The graphs below compare this school's results in each area to other schools in the city and state. Growth and college readiness ratings are coming soon, pending publication of 2012 data.
Overall academic rating

6

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Test score rating 2012*
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Student growth rating 2012**
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City
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10
This school
Reading growth
Below average
Math growth
Average

*Test scores are based on 2012 ISTEP and ECA results from the state of Indiana.

**The academic growth rating measures how schools affect student test score improvement over time in reading and math. Data is from the 2012 school year and is provided by the Indiana Department of Education.

Climate ratings

Climate rating for this school is not yet available.

Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 95% 74%
Hispanic 2% 7%
Asian/Pacific Islander 1% 2%
Multiracial 1% 4%
American Indian 0% 0%
Black 0% 12%
Source: IN Dept. of Education, 2009-2010

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 7%N/AN/A
English learners 0%N/AN/A
Students participating in free or reduced-price lunch program 0%N/AN/A
Source: IN Dept. of Education, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 15N/AN/A
Source: NCES, 2007-2008

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Mrs. Becky Cavin
Gender
  • Coed
Affiliation
  • Christian
Associations
  • ACSI
  • NCA
  • and the State of Indiana
Fax number
  • (317) 831-5364

Programs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus

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4271 E Sr 144
Mooresville, IN 46158
Phone: (317) 831-0799

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