School Profile
CEEB Code: 030765
Head of School: Barbara Willis
Administrative Contact: Hilary Rigo
Community
In the foothills of the Bradshaw Mountains along the Hassayampa River, 60 miles northwest of Phoenix, lies the historical western town of Wickenburg. The year-round population of 7,000 surges during the winter months with the influx of new and returning folks eager to embrace the mild temperatures and relaxed western lifestyle. In a community this size, it is a novelty to have a choice of public and private schools.
School
Wickenburg Christian Academy (WCA) is a flourishing ministry. Established in 1983, the school has offered grades K-8 for over thirty-five years, adding a preschool program in 2005 and the High school program in 2011, including a comprehensive four-year program for grades 9-12. Students have the flexibility of mostly on-campus classes, with the capability of online options for electives. Campus wide enrollment is approximately 140 students, from Preschool through High School.
Wickenburg Christian Academy’s secondary program is a comprehensive Christian school (grades 7-12), launched in 2011-2012. WCA is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). WCA positions itself to raise students to their full potential, and to achieve their desired end, graduating students who are thinking, articulate, and well-rounded graduates. Modern education in most public schools focuses on teaching subjects, whereas the program at WCA focuses on teaching students the tools of learning in preparation for further study after high school.
Curriculum
The academic program is built around a rigorous paradigm that emphasizes critical thinking, persuasive speaking and effective writing. Students completing all four years of high school at WCA will study history and literature stretching from 2000 BC through present time. A minimum of 26 credits are required to graduate, with a minimum percentage achieved in each class of 70%. Requirements are aligned with college entry standards.
Core Classes:
Other Required Classes:
Electives: 2 credits (minimum) Varies by school year based on class size and teacher availability.
Honors Distinctions
Cum Laude 3.5-3.7 GPA
Magna Cum Laude 3.8-3.9 GPA
Summa Cum Laude 4.0-4.2 GPA
Honors for 5 years Math & Science
Head of School: Barbara Willis
Administrative Contact: Hilary Rigo
Community
In the foothills of the Bradshaw Mountains along the Hassayampa River, 60 miles northwest of Phoenix, lies the historical western town of Wickenburg. The year-round population of 7,000 surges during the winter months with the influx of new and returning folks eager to embrace the mild temperatures and relaxed western lifestyle. In a community this size, it is a novelty to have a choice of public and private schools.
School
Wickenburg Christian Academy (WCA) is a flourishing ministry. Established in 1983, the school has offered grades K-8 for over thirty-five years, adding a preschool program in 2005 and the High school program in 2011, including a comprehensive four-year program for grades 9-12. Students have the flexibility of mostly on-campus classes, with the capability of online options for electives. Campus wide enrollment is approximately 140 students, from Preschool through High School.
Wickenburg Christian Academy’s secondary program is a comprehensive Christian school (grades 7-12), launched in 2011-2012. WCA is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). WCA positions itself to raise students to their full potential, and to achieve their desired end, graduating students who are thinking, articulate, and well-rounded graduates. Modern education in most public schools focuses on teaching subjects, whereas the program at WCA focuses on teaching students the tools of learning in preparation for further study after high school.
Curriculum
The academic program is built around a rigorous paradigm that emphasizes critical thinking, persuasive speaking and effective writing. Students completing all four years of high school at WCA will study history and literature stretching from 2000 BC through present time. A minimum of 26 credits are required to graduate, with a minimum percentage achieved in each class of 70%. Requirements are aligned with college entry standards.
Core Classes:
- Bible 4 credits
- Math 4 credits
- Literature/English 4 credits
- History: US, Gov’t, Economics 3 credits
- Science 3 credits
- Foreign Language 2 credits
Other Required Classes:
- Apologetics 1 credit
- Fine Art 1 credit
- Music Theory & Appreciation 1 credit
- Senior Thesis 1 credit
Electives: 2 credits (minimum) Varies by school year based on class size and teacher availability.
- Technology .5 credit
- Logic 1 credit
- Public Speaking .5 credit
- Photography .5 credit
- Consumer Math 1 credit
- Debate .5 credit
- Journalism/Yearbook .5 credit
- Theatre .5 credit
- Worship Arts .5
- Other options available, pending approval
Honors Distinctions
Cum Laude 3.5-3.7 GPA
Magna Cum Laude 3.8-3.9 GPA
Summa Cum Laude 4.0-4.2 GPA
Honors for 5 years Math & Science