5711 Whitman
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 694-0995

Midland Classical Academy is different from other schools in our purpose, educational philosophy, and goals.  For further details, please click here

 The classical method emphasizes the Trivium in all subjects and seeks to utilize the methods that are most appropriate for the stage of development of the student. The Trivium is made up of three main areas: Grammar, Logic, and Rhetoric. 

Definitions:

            Grammar – The fundamental rules of each subject.

            Logic – The ordered relationship of particulars in each subject.

            Rhetoric – The clear expression of the grammar and logic of each subject.

In order to clarify these three areas, some have proposed the following as an alternate framework:

      1.  Data Accumulation (Grammar)

      2.  Analysis (Logic)

      3.  Decision-making (Logic and Rhetoric)

      4.  Communication (Rhetoric)

At Midland Classical Academy, students are taught from the framework of a Christian worldview and encouraged to find truth, beauty and wisdom in our Western heritage.

College Acceptances and Matriculations

• Abilene Christian University
• Angelo State University
• Austin College
• Baylor University
• Blinn College
• Canadian Bible College
• Colorado School of Mines
• Crown College
• Dallas Baptist University
• Grove City College
• Hardin Simmons University
• Harvard University
• Hillsdale College
• Indiana University
• Lee University in Tennessee
• LeTourneau University
• Liberty University
• Loyola Marymount University
• University of Mary Hardin Baylor
• Midland College
• Montana Tech
• North Texas University
• Oklahoma Baptist University
• Oklahoma State University
• Southwestern University
• Stephen F. Austin University
• Texas A & M University
• Texas Christian University
• Texas Tech
• Texas Women’s University
• Tulane University
• United States Air Force Academy
• University of Alaska
• University of Arkansas
• University of Nevada
• University of North Carolina
• University of North Texas
• University of Texas at Austin
• University of Texas of the Permian Basin
• University of Washington
• Virginia Tech
• Wayland Baptist University

We do not require certification for employment at MCA; however, approximately two-thirds of our current teaching staff are certified.  A bachelor’s degree is required for teaching at the Upper School and for core classroom instruction at the Grammar School.

At the Upper School, classes are limited to fifteen students.  At the Grammar School kindergarten through second grade classes are limited to twelve students, and third through sixth grade classes are limited to fifteen students.

The Upper School offers baseball, basketball, cross country, flag football, golf, tennis, and volleyball.  The Grammar School does not offer school-organized sports, but many Grammar School students participate in YMCA and Upwards sports.

The Upper School has an open campus and has no system for monitoring whether a student remains on campus.  Therefore, anyone may pick up an Upper School student.  The Grammar School has a closed campus and must be notified by the custodial parent if anyone other than the custodial parent is going to pick up a Grammar School student.

Generally, the Midland Classical Academy calendar follows the public school calendar with the exception of a few additional holidays.  To view the current Upper School calendar (7th – 12th), click here.  To view the current Grammar School calendar (K – 6th), click here

At this time, Midland Classical Academy does not offer scholarships.  Midland Classical Academy strives to keep tuition and fees affordable to many families by exercising sound fiscal stewardship.

Midland Classical Academy does not provide a self-paced academic environment.  Occasionally, Upper School students may work ahead in math.  Eligible Upper School students may also pursue honor status in one or more classes through Mastery with honors projects.

For Grammar School students, home days are a perfect opportunity for parents to guide students further in a particular subject in which the student excels or to provide extra instruction in an area where the student is struggling.

Midland Classical Academy maintains a system of formal honors and awards for the following reasons: 

• To increase the academic motivation of all the students by demonstrating that good work and good behavior are rewarded;
• To draw public attention to the academic quality and outstanding behavior of the students at Midland Classical Academy.

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Midland Classical Academy does not offer computer classes.

The Upper School does not offer band or string classes.  Upper School students may choose to participate in a violin class held at the Grammar School on Fridays from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. The Grammar School offers violin classes to third through sixth grade students as an enrichment class on Fridays.

There are several reasons why MCA is not an Accredited School, Please click here for a detailed explanation.

MCA has had several National Merit Commended students.

SAT scores vary from year to year.  In 2007/2008 the average SAT score for Upper School students was 1654.

 

Parents may fulfill service hour requirements in a variety of ways, including office work, grading, coaching, monitoring reading groups, monitoring lunch times, weekend cleaning crews, working concessions at athletic games, running errands, covering books, and much more.

Upper School students have a Bible class every year.  Grammar School students do not have a Bible class.  Instead, Grammar School teachers integrate a Christian worldview and scripture into classroom instruction.