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Donelson Christian Academy
  • Private, Christian (General)
  • NASHVILLE, TN
Christian School

Donelson Christian Academy

#7 in Best Christian High Schools in Nashville Area
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Christian (General)
  • PK, K-12
  • NASHVILLE, TN
  • 76 reviews
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    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      B
    3. Teachers
      B
    4. College Prep
      A minus
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A minus
    6. Sports
      A
    dcawildcats.org
    (615) 883-2926
    300 DANYACREST DR
    NASHVILLE, TN 37214
    About Donelson Christian Academy...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Application Fee
    $75
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $13,316
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Received Financial Aid
    Average Financial Aid
    From Donelson Christian Academy

    Founded in 1971 and located in Nashville, Tennessee, Donelson Christian Academy is a Christian private school that serves students from preschool through twelfth grade. DCA’s mission is to serve Christ by assisting parents in providing students with a challenging, college-preparatory education taught from a nondenominational biblical worldview that develops the whole person into a Christ-like leader in the home, church, and community. The Academy focuses on Teaching in Truth and Challenging in Community to prepare students to Lead for the Kingdom.

    DCA has high expectations for each student in all aspects of his or her educational experience. DCA offers a rigorous academic program and a wide variety of extracurricular programs. In addition to weekly chapels and Bible classes at each grade level, mentoring relationships are a key component of a student’s spiritual formation. Furthermore, we are committed to helping our students develop into young men and women of exemplary character.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    Average ACT
    27
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    Academics at DCA

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    The academic program at DCA is ideally suited to challenge individual students in every area of their academic experience. The Academy offers college-preparatory classes in every subject for every student. All students are well-prepared to gain admission into post-secondary institutions and then continue in a very successful manner once enrolled.

    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    78%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 9 responses
    Poll
    78%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 9 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 31 responses
    • Football Games
      26%
    • School Trips
      16%
    • Field Day
      13%
    • Basketball Games
      10%
    • Spirit Week
      10%
    • Homecoming
      6%
    • Musical
      6%

    Students

    Diversity
    B
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    678
    82%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 11 responses
    91%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 11 responses
    91%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 11 responses
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    Preschool

    Annual Cost
    Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Starting Age
    1 year
    Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio
    Website
    dcawildcats.org
    Schedule Options
    • Offers Full Week
      Yes
    • Offers Part Week
      Yes
    • Offers Full Day
    • Offers Part Day

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    11:1
    National
    17:1
    Poll
    79%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 14 responses
    Poll
    79%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 14 responses
    Poll
    71%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 14 responses
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A minus
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Boys Athletic Participation
    50%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 8 responses
    25%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 8 responses
    50%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 8 responses

    Living in the Area

    Nashville
    A minus
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Cost of Living
      B minus
    2. Good for Families
      B+
    3. Housing
      C+
    Median Household Income
    $65,565
    National
    $69,021
    Median Rent
    $1,250
    National
    $1,163
    Median Home Value
    $291,400
    National
    $244,900
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