Midwestern Christian Academy (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 207 students
Yearly Tuition: $5,700
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: Mar. 31
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

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School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Midwestern Christian Academy
Pre-K	18
Kind	20
1	17
2	22
3	20
4	22
5	21
6	22
7	21
8	24

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Spanish

Year Founded

1954

School Calendar

Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 4, 2027

Campus Size

1 acre

Student Body

Total Students

207 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

92%

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

40%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School Uniforms

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Mar. 31

Yearly Tuition Cost

$5,700

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Tuition Notes

New Family Discounts, Financial Aid Available

% on Financial Aid

15%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,500

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Libby Stack

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

BasketballSoccer

Volleyball

School Mascot

Cougars

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:

ArtChoir

Concert BandGeneral Music

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Daily Recess for All StudentsPhysical Education for All Grades

Youth Basketball Leauges

School Notes

Midwestern Christian Academy has been serving families on Chicago's northwest side for over 60 years. Located on Cicero Ave. just south of the six points at Cicero, Milwaukee and Irving Park, MCA provides a quality academic experience based on a Christian educational philosophy which teaches the whole child; intellect, soul and spirit and physical body. Our main curriculum objectives connect the knowledge and skills acquired in the classroom to a practical Christian worldview. We are an Illinois Recognized School and have met all requirements for our candidacy for full accreditation. We offer full day early education for 3 and 4 year olds and academic instruction for students in grades Kindergarten through 8th. Our tuition rates are low, we offer abundant financial aid and multiple child discounts.

Our newly renovated campus provides students with a safe learning environment and consists of four buildings including a Pre-Kindergarten building, the main campus building which houses Kindergarten through Grade 5, the cafeteria and school offices, the middle school suite and a gym which also contains a band room and a choir/music classroom.
Our academic program is excellent and our students collectively achieve high scores on achievement tests based on national standards. We also offer extra-curricular activities including athletics for students in grades 4-8, band for students in grades 4-8, choir for all students and art for all students. We have a portable computer lab and laptop computers are available for use in every classroom.
The spiritual life of the school consists of a weekly worship service which we call "Chapel," featuring praise music and a speaker. Each student is involved in a Bible class as part of their every day schedule. We start each day with student led prayer. We encourage our students to become involved in their local church's ministry. All of our faculty and staff members are Christians who are mature in their faith and see their job here as a ministry calling. The school is interdenominational and there are more than 40 different churches represented in the school community.
With over 60 years of experience as a school, and a commitment to provide an affordable education to families who want their children to be educated in a physically and intellectually safe environment, MCA utilizes many available resources which help keep the cost of tuition and fees at a minimum. You will find that your out of pocket costs here will be less than at most other private, Christian, Lutheran or Catholic schools in the city. And our early education program is much less expensive than day care.

Source: Verified school update

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How much does Midwestern Christian Academy cost?

Midwestern Christian Academy's tuition is approximately $5,700 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Midwestern Christian Academy?

The acceptance rate of Midwestern Christian Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

What sports does Midwestern Christian Academy offer?

Midwestern Christian Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for Midwestern Christian Academy?

The application deadline for Midwestern Christian Academy is Mar. 31.

In what neighborhood is Midwestern Christian Academy located?

Midwestern Christian Academy is located in the Portage Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 6 other private schools located in Portage Park.

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