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Springfield Christian Academy

8585 Dixie Hwy
Clarkston, MI 48348
Children's Ark Childcare is a Ministry of Springfield Christian Academy.
The academy, a ministry of Dixie Baptist Church, was founded in 1972.
Dr. Paul S. Vanaman opened SCA as a Christian day school that would prepare students for college so that those young people would grow to server the Lord Jesus Christ.
With the Bible as our standard, our goal is to develop young men and women mentally, emotionally, physically, and most importantly, spiritually by providing the highest academic athletic, spiritual, and extracurricular activities.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-11
  • Enrollment: 325 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Springfield Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-11
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
325 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Springfield Christian Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Offering a Life Worth Living
  • Children's Ark Childcare is a Ministry of Springfield Christian Academy. The academy, a ministry of Dixie Baptist Church, was founded in 1972. Dr. Paul S. Vanaman opened SCA as a Christian day school that would prepare students for college so that those young people would grow to server the Lord Jesus Christ. With the Bible as our standard, our goal is to develop young men and women mentally, emotionally, physically, and most importantly, spiritually by providing the highest academic athletic, spiritual, and extracurricular activities.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Springfield Christian Academy often compared to?
Springfield Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Divine Grace Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What is Springfield Christian Academy's ranking?
Springfield Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Springfield Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Springfield Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked MI School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-11
  • Enrollment: 325 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Oakland County, MI is $17,480 for elementary schools and $18,955 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Oakland County, MI is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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