Kirk Academy

What Kirk Academy does

Kirk Academy is an independent private Christian K3-12 college preparatory school located at 2621 Carrollton Road, Grenada, Mississippi. Founded in 1966, the school serves families seeking a Christ-centered, college-preparatory education, with grade-tiered tuition ranging from $3,975 (K3) to $6,675 (Grades 11-12), supplemented by registration fees, book/technology fees, capital reserve contributions, and fundraising. The student body is drawn primarily from Grenada and surrounding communities, with enrollment supporting a staff of 11-50 employees across academic, athletic, and administrative functions.

The academic program is structured across four core divisions (Preschool K3-K5, Elementary Grades 1-6, Junior High Grades 7-8, and High School Grades 9-12) using a Christian-based curriculum that incorporates A-Beka phonics reading, Saxon Math, Accelerated Reader, and IOWA Test preparation. The technology stack consists of third-party SaaS platforms: FACTS (RenWeb) for the student information system, parent portal, and online admissions; Connect Suite for email and SMS notifications; Parchment for transcript ordering; and Chromebooks plus a STEM Lab (robotics, 3D printing) for classroom instruction. Juniors and seniors can access dual credit courses through a partnership with Holmes Community College, and students report standardized test scores 1.5-2.5 grade levels above national averages.

The business model is tuition-driven direct-to-consumer, with multi-student discounts, monthly payment plans, and a 2.5% discount for full prepayment. Additional revenue is generated through registration fees, a $400-$600 capital reserve per family, PTA membership, Booster Club fundraising (with 100% of funds directed to athletic programs), and the Securing Success capital campaign for private donations and alumni giving. Marketing relies on community reputation, word-of-mouth referrals, athletic events, and limited social media presence. The school holds dual accreditation from the Mid South Association of Independent Schools and Cognia, and competes athletically in MAIS across AAA Football, Basketball, Soccer, Tennis, Cross Country, and other sports.

Name

Kirk Academy

Legal name

Kirk Academy

Website

https://kirkacademy.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Kirk Academy is a private Christian K3-12 college preparatory school in Grenada, Mississippi, serving families through tuition-based academics, dual credit with Holmes Community College, MAIS athletics, and STEM and fine arts programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Christian Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Nonsectarian Independent Day Schools (EDAJABAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Faith-Based Early Learning Academies (EDACADAH)

Keywords

• Private Christian education
• College preparatory school
• K-12 independent school
• Dual credit program
• Christian academy athletics

Headquarters

HQ city

Grenada

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition: Primary revenue stream from tuition payments. Tuition varies by grade level (K3 through Grade 12), with discounts for multiple students from same family. Payment plans available (10, 11, or 12 months) and 2.5% discount for full payment prior to August 5, 2026.
2. Registration Fees: Registration fee of $350 per student (or $500 if enrolled after March 1) and $50 new student application fee
3. Book/Technology Fee: $150 per student due July 15 for books and technology
4. Capital Reserve: $400 per family (single student) or $600 per family (multiple students), may be rolled into monthly or semester tuition payments
5. Donations and Fundraising: Private donations, campaign contributions (Securing Success campaign), alumni giving, and tribute/memorial gifts support operational expenses
6. PTA Membership: Parent-Teacher Association membership dues and fundraising activities

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Kirk Academy is a private, Christian, college-preparatory school delivering K3 through Grade 12 education on a single Grenada, Mississippi campus. It sells tuition-based enrollment across Preschool, Elementary, Junior High, and High School programs, augmented by dual-credit college courses through Holmes Community College, MAIS interscholastic athletics, and STEM and fine arts enrichment. Parents and students access grades, attendance, and schedules through the FACTS parent portal, and the program is structured to produce graduates accepted to selective universities and military academies.

Product overview

Kirk Academy is a K3-12 private Christian school offering a unified college preparatory educational program. The core offering consists of age-appropriate academic programs (Preschool K3-K5, Elementary Grades 1-6, Junior High Grades 7-8, and High School Grades 9-12) supported by the FACTS Parent Portal. The portfolio includes dual credit opportunities through Holmes Community College, athletics programs competing in MAIS, fine arts, the Doris Nation STEM Lab, academic honor societies (National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, Kirk Scholars), and parent-teacher organizations. All programs are grounded in Christian-based curriculum with Bible instruction and community service requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Preschool Program (K3, K4, K5) Christian-based preschool program for K3, K4, and K5 Kindergarten designed to prepare students for elementary grades using the A-Beka intensive systematic phonics reading program with emphasis on mathematical concepts and social skills.
• Elementary Program (Grades 1-6) Christian-based elementary curriculum (Grades 1-6) using the A-Beka Reading Program, Saxon Math, Accelerated Reader, computer lab, and Chromebooks; students score 1.5-2.5 grade levels above national average on IOWA Tests.
• Junior High Program (Grades 7-8) Christian-based college preparatory Junior High curriculum (Grades 7-8) preparing students for high school with honors courses available in math, science, and English, alongside sports and clubs.
• High School Program (Grades 9-12) Christian-based college preparatory High School curriculum (Grades 9-12) with over 30 high school courses, honors courses in English, math, science, and history, plus dual-credit opportunities through Holmes Community College.
• Dual Credit Program Dual credit courses through Holmes Community College providing high school students the opportunity to earn college credit in Art Appreciation, English Composition I and II, American Literature, British Literature, Public Speaking, and Western Civilization.
• Athletics Program Member of the Mississippi Association of Independent Schools (MAIS) competing in AAA Football, Division 3 Soccer, AAAA Basketball, Softball, Baseball, Tennis, Track, Cross Country, and Golf at Varsity, Junior High, and Pee Wee levels.
• Doris Nation STEM Lab STEM program for elementary students introducing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through hands-on experiences including robotics and 3D printing.
• Elementary Fine Arts Program Elementary music program with three school-wide performances annually and art program competing in the state-wide MAIS Art Competition with a school-wide exhibition.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students score 1.5-2.5 grade levels above national average on IOWA Tests
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Holmes Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual credit partnership allowing high school juniors and seniors to earn college credit while completing high school requirements. Kirk Academy offers Art Appreciation, English Composition I and II, American Literature and British Literature, Public Speaking, and Western Civilization through this partnership.
• ParchmentsupportingTechnology or IntegrationKirk Academy partners with Parchment to process all transcript orders online. Students and alumni can request official transcripts through the Parchment platform at any time.
• FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)supportingOthersKirk Academy directs seniors to complete the FAFSA application for eligibility for financial aid and scholarships for college.
• FACTS (RenWeb)coreTechnology or IntegrationFACTS provides the student information system for online applications, grades, attendance, discipline, schedules, assignments, and transcripts. Kirk Academy uses the FACTS portal for parent and student access.
• Mississippi Office of Student Financial AidsupportingOthersKirk Academy provides information about MTAG, MSEG, the Nissan Scholarship, and other state financial aid programs through this partnership.
• Get2CollegesupportingOthersKirk Academy refers seniors to Get2College for assistance in planning for college, ACT workshops, financial aid and scholarship information, and career information.
• Connect SuitecoreTechnology or IntegrationConnect Suite provides the communication platform for Kirk Academy, enabling email and text message notifications to parents and students. The system supports registration and account management.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Magnolia Heights School: Private Christian K4–12 college-preparatory school in Senatobia, MS — very similar mission, MAIS membership, and small-town Mississippi setting to Kirk Academy.
• Jackson Preparatory School: Larger private Christian college-preparatory school in the Jackson, MS metro, offering K3–12 programs with MAIS athletics and dual credit — a direct comparand in scale and mission, though with a larger enrollment base.
• Harding Academy: Private Christian K–12 college-prep school in Searcy, AR affiliated with Harding University, with comparable small-school environment, Christian curriculum, and dual-credit/college-prep focus.
• Jackson Academy: Larger private K3–12 college-preparatory school in Jackson, MS with similar Christian-based curriculum, dual credit, and MAIS athletic competition — a direct regional competitor for families seeking private K–12 in Mississippi.
• Briarcrest Christian School: Large private Christian K3–12 college-preparatory school in the Memphis metro (Eads, TN) with TSSAA athletics, dual credit, and chapel curriculum — comparable mission and broader scale, useful as an aspirational peer.
• Pillow Academy: Private K4–12 college-prep school in Greenwood, MS with a Christian heritage, comparable tuition band and rural-Mississippi catchment, and similar MAIS athletic footprint.
• Presbyterian Christian School: Private Christian K3–12 college-preparatory school in Hattiesburg, MS offering dual credit, MAIS athletics, and chapel/Bible curriculum — directly comparable model and values framework.
• Parklane Academy: Private K3–12 college-prep school in McComb, MS with Christian heritage, MAIS athletics, and similar tuition structure — a comparable small/mid-sized private school in southern Mississippi.

Broad incumbents

• Westminster Academy: Large established private Christian K3–12 college-prep school (multiple campuses) — broader incumbent in the same faith-based private K–12 category, illustrating the larger scale model.

Others

• Mississippi Association of Independent Schools (MAIS): Governing body and athletic/academic league of which Kirk Academy is a member — not a competitor but the primary institutional framework and peer network shaping operations, accreditation, and competition.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/people/Kirk-Academy-KA-Alumni/100046530026472
• Xx.com/kirk_academy
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kirk-academy

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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