PreK-12 Christian school in McDonough, GA with specialized MERIT Program for students with learning differences and ADHD
Eagle's Landing Christian Academy is a PreK-12 Christian school in McDonough, GA that serves students with learning differences and ADHD through its MERIT Program (Student Support Services). The school offers specialized support for students with diagnosed learning differences alongside a college-preparatory curriculum, making it a resource for families seeking an academically rigorous environment with built-in accommodations.
The school maintains an average class size of 18 students and employs 105 classroom teachers, 51% of whom hold advanced degrees. Students with documented learning differences benefit from the MERIT Program's targeted interventions, while the broader school community accesses AP-level courses, fine arts programs in art, band, chorus, and drama, and competitive athletic teams. The formal dress code and structured environment support students who thrive with clear expectations and consistency.
Eagle's Landing Christian Academy enrolls 844 students across all grades and charges tuition ranging from $6,480–$10,800 for preschool to $16,200 for grades 6–12. With a 91% acceptance rate and rolling admissions, families interested in learning more about the MERIT Program and special education supports should contact the admissions office at (770) 957-2927 or visit elcaonline.org.
At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-12
Students844
Class Size18:1 ratio
Tuition$16,200
Fin. Aid12% receive aid
Est.1970
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Cognia
School Information
| Year Founded | 1970 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $16,200 |
| Tuition Notes | Preschool Tuition Range: $6480-$10,800 K-5: $13,320 6-12: $16,200 |
| Total Students | 844 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 105 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 51 |
| Average Class Size | 18 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Bethany Farrar |
| Admissions Associate | Shannon Powell |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 91 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 12 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $1,500 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 60 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
MERIT Program: Student Support Services for students with a diagnosed learning difference.
Advanced Courses
BiologyCalculus ABChemistryComputer Science PrinciplesEconomicsEnglish Language and CompositionEnglish Literature & CompositionEuropean HistoryGovernmentHuman GeographyMacroeconomicsPhysicsPsychologySpanish LanguageStatisticsStudio ArtU.S. Government & PoliticsU.S. HistoryWorld HistoryShow More (3)Hide
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cheering · Cross Country · Football · Golf · Lacrosse · Soccer · Softball · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Wrestling |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Beta Club · Chess Club · Fellowship of Christian Athletes · International Thespian Society · Junior Beta Club · Mock Trial Team · Model United Nations Club · MS Math Club · MS Science Club · Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society) · National Art Honor Society · National Honor Society · National Spanish Honor Society · Arts and Music Programs: · Student Council · Student Leadership Institute |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) · Cognia |
| Religious Affiliations | Baptist |
| School Calendar | www.elcaonline.org/calendar |
| Average SAT Score | 1080 |
| Average ACT Score | 25 |