Eagle's Landing Christian Academy

What Eagle's Landing Christian Academy does

Eagle's Landing Christian Academy (ELCA) is a private, gospel-centered K-12 institution operating as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit ministry of Eagle's Landing First Baptist Church. Founded in 1970 as McDonough Christian Academy and rebranded under the church's ministry in 1994, ELCA serves PK3 through 12th grade on an 86-acre campus in McDonough, Georgia, 25 miles southwest of Atlanta. Core academic programs span Early Learning Academy, Elementary (K-5), Middle School (5-8), and High School (9-12), with over 40 AP, Honors, and Dual Enrollment courses. The school supplements classroom instruction with the ELCA Connect online course platform (for credit recovery and schedule augmentation), a School of Fine Arts, a 12-sport athletics program, and Student Support Services including the Arrowsmith neuroplastic learning program — for which ELCA is the first Georgia provider.

ELCA generates revenue primarily through recurring tuition billed monthly or annually, with K-12 tuition for the 2026-27 school year ranging from $10,584 (preschool half-day) to $18,588 (grades 6-12 annual), supplemented by sibling discounts, military/first responder and pastoral discounts, and a referral credit. Secondary revenue streams include the After-School Enrichment Program (~$16-20/day), summer camps, a $300 non-refundable application fee, and philanthropic contributions through the IMPACT Fund and Georgia GOAL state-tax-credit redirect program. The school is accredited by Cognia, ACSI, and SACS, and is authorized to issue I-20 documents for international F-1 students.

The institution sells to families seeking Christ-centered education combined with rigorous college-prep academics. ELCA reports 100% graduation rates, $14M+ in scholarships for the Class of 2025, over $147M cumulative scholarships over nine years, and 18 GHSA State Championships (2010-2024). Distribution is single-campus and regional (with bus service from Conyers), augmented by an international student recruitment channel. Marketing runs through the elcaonline.org website, social media (Facebook, Instagram, X, Vimeo, SmugMug), email newsletters, open houses, and the Georgia GOAL referral pipeline. The school is currently executing a Vision 2030 strategic plan initiated in 2020.

Name

Eagle's Landing Christian Academy

Legal name

Eagle's Landing Christian Academy

Website

https://elcaonline.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Eagle's Landing Christian Academy is a nonprofit private Christian K-12 school in McDonough, Georgia, operating as a ministry of Eagle's Landing First Baptist Church since 1994, serving PK3-12 students on an 86-acre campus through college-preparatory academics, fine arts, athletics, and faith-integrated curriculum.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Christian Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based Early Learning Academies (EDACADAH)

Keywords

• Private Christian education
• K-12 college preparatory
• Biblical worldview curriculum
• Faith-based schooling
• Preschool through high school

Headquarters

HQ city

McDonough

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition Revenue: Primary revenue stream from tuition payments. Tuition covers textbooks, yearbooks, lunch, fine arts participation, athletic participation, and student testing such as PSAT and ACT Aspire for grades K-12.
2. After-School Enrichment Program (ASEP): After-school care services for K3-12th grade students, charged at approximately $16/day for full-time or $20/day for drop-in attendance, billed monthly September through May.
3. Summer Camps: Various summer camp programs including academic (Math Boot Camp, Reading Camp, Science Camp), arts (Art Camp, Dance Camp), and day camp services with registration fees.
4. IMPACT Fund Donations: Unrestricted charitable gifts supporting key programs and initiatives across campus, from academics to arts, athletics to innovation. Includes Families Helping Families tuition support.
5. Georgia GOAL Program: State income tax redirect program allowing taxpayers to designate contributions for financial aid at ELCA, supporting new students and preserving existing financial aid.
6. Application Fee: $300 non-refundable application fee required at time of application submission.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Eagle's Landing Christian Academy is a private, gospel-centered, Kingdom-focused, college preparatory Christian school serving students from preschool (PK3) through 12th grade on an 86-acre campus in McDonough, Georgia. The school delivers rigorous academics with over 40 AP, Honors, and Dual Enrollment courses, integrates a biblical worldview across every discipline, and supplements core instruction with fine arts, 12 varsity athletics programs, after-school care, summer camps, college counseling, an international student program, and the Arrowsmith neuroplastic learning program (the first Georgia provider).

Product overview

Eagle's Landing Christian Academy is a gospel-centered, Kingdom-focused, college preparatory private school serving PK3-12th grade students. The institution operates as a single unified educational institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of programs. Core offerings include the Early Learning Academy (preschool), Elementary School (K-5), Middle School (5-8), and High School (9-12) with over 40 AP, Honors, and Dual-enrollment courses. Supplementary programs include ELCA Connect (online learning platform for credit recovery and augmentation), the School of Fine Arts (PreK-12 visual and performing arts), Athletics (12 varsity sports), After-School Enrichment Program, Young Chargers Enrichment Program (summer camps), College Placement and Guidance services, International Student Program, and Student Support Services including the Arrowsmith neuroplastic learning program. All programs integrate a Biblical worldview and are designed to prepare students for college and impact for Christ.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Early Learning Academy (Preschool K3-K4) A preschool program for 3 and 4-year-old pre-kindergarten students designed to provide kindergarten readiness and develop a Biblical worldview through Bible stories, music, art, instructional technology, Spanish, and library exposure.
• Elementary School Program (K-5) A Kingdom Education approach for kindergarten through 5th grade students that develops strong academic foundations and Biblical worldview, covering Bible, reading, math, science, history, language arts, art, music, Spanish, technology, and PE.
• Middle School Program (Grades 5-8) Challenging academics for grades 5-8 with Honors classes, PSAT and Pre-ACT preparation, athletics, fine arts programs, and leadership opportunities, aligned with Georgia standards and Biblical worldview integration.
• High School Program (Grades 9-12) College-preparatory high school with over 40 AP, Honors, and Dual-enrollment courses, college counseling, extracurricular activities, and 100% graduation rate preparing students for top universities.
• ELCA Connect Online Course Platform An online course platform with Christian education basis for schedule augmentation, credit rescue, credit recovery, and expanding course offerings beyond the traditional schedule for grades 7-12.
• School of Fine Arts Comprehensive fine arts program from PreK-12 including visual arts, performing arts, music, theater, band, chorus, guitar, and praise bands, with aligned curriculum preparing students for university-level study.
• Athletics Program 12 varsity sports teams with state championship history, plus junior varsity, middle school, and youth sports programs using athletics for character development through Kingdom Athletics philosophy.
• After-School Enrichment Program (ASEP) After-school care program for K3-12th grade students offering homework supervision, activities, computer time, board games, sports, and snacks from 3:15 PM until 6:30 PM.
• Summer Camps / Young Chargers Enrichment Program (YCEP) Summer and break-time camp program for ages 5 to rising 8th graders featuring character education, recreational activities, art, music, Bible, crafts, and computer skills in a Christian-based environment.
• College Placement and Guidance Comprehensive college counseling including standardized testing preparation (SAT, ACT, PSAT), college search assistance, application support, scholarship guidance, and financial aid resources.
• International Student Program Program accepting qualified international high school students with I-20 document issuance for F-1 visas, college-preparatory curriculum with Biblical worldview, and 30 AP and dual enrollment courses.
• Student Support Services / Arrowsmith Program On-campus support program including Arrowsmith (Georgia's first provider of neuroplastic learning programs), speech therapy, academic accommodations, and MERIT classes for grades 6-12.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1480 SAT score for top 10% of Class of 2025
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Eagle's Landing First Baptist ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerELCA is a ministry of Eagle's Landing First Baptist Church. Together, church and school partner to fulfill the Great Commission by making disciples of Jesus Christ. The church provides spiritual foundation and governance for the school.
• Georgia GOALcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerGeorgia GOAL (Greater Opportunities for Access to Learning) allows taxpayers to redirect state income taxes to provide financial aid at ELCA. The school receives increased financial aid capacity through this program.
• SAGE DiningminorOthersSAGE Dining provides food services for the school cafeteria, offering lunch programs for students.
• Partners in EducationminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMultiple business partners supporting the school including Abeka, Aylo Health, Ausband, Chapman Insurance, AWB Contracting, Bellamy-Strickland Chevrolet Buick GMC, Better Letter, Bojangles, British Swim School, Chick-fil-A, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Jackson Protection Agency, LH School Supplies, Magnolia House, Maximum One Realtor, Mellow Mushroom, Newob Xtreme Graphics, Print Charming, Shane's Rib Shack, Strawn & Co., The Eye MD, TLS Music, and William H. Dellinger Jr.
• Kroger Community RewardsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerKroger Community Rewards program allows families to link their Kroger Plus Card to ELCA (Organization #DL451), earning funds for the school through grocery purchases.
• Double the DonationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for matching gift and volunteer grant tracking, helping maximize donation impact through corporate matching programs.
• RenWeb/FACTScoreTechnology or IntegrationStudent Information System (SIS) used for enrollment, grades, billing, and family communications. FACTS handles student accounts and tuition payments.
• Georgia High Schools Association (GHSA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerELCA is a member of GHSA (Region 2 Class AAAA), participating in athletics at varsity, JV, MS, and Youth levels. GHSA sets eligibility requirements including 2.5 Carnegie units.
• CogniacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccreditation body providing global accreditation for ELCA's educational programs and standards.
• Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccreditation body providing Christian school accreditation, ensuring biblical worldview integration across curriculum.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• The Westminster Schools: Large Atlanta PK-12 college-prep school with comprehensive arts, athletics, and advanced coursework. Competes for the same tuition-paying families in metro Atlanta and is a benchmark for academic outcomes and college placement.
• Pace Academy: Independent PK-12 college-prep school in Atlanta with rigorous academics, strong athletics, and an Atlanta private-school competitive set that directly overlaps with ELCA's target family profile.
• Woodward Academy: Independent, non-denominational PK3-12 college-prep school on a large campus in College Park, GA. Comparable in scale, college-prep orientation, breadth of AP and extracurricular offerings, and metro Atlanta private-school competitive set.
• Mount Paran Christian School: Faith-based PK3-12 college-prep school in Kennesaw, GA with similar biblical-worldview integration, advanced coursework, and competitive athletics. Closest faith-based peer in metro Atlanta and a direct competitor for Christian families.
• Holy Innocents' Episcopal School: Faith-based PK-12 college-prep school in Atlanta with strong college placement and competitive athletics. Comparable in faith-integrated curriculum, AP breadth, and tuition pricing tier.
• Wesleyan School: Christian PK3-12 college-prep school in Peachtree Corners, GA with comparable biblical worldview integration, college counseling, and athletic programs. Direct peer for Christian college-prep positioning in greater Atlanta.
• Providence Christian Academy: Christian PK-12 college-prep school in Lilburn, GA with a comparable biblical-worldview educational model and college-prep academic focus, operating in the same greater Atlanta private-school market.
• King's Ridge Christian School: Independent Christian PK3-12 college-prep school in Alpharetta, GA. Closely comparable faith-based academic model, college-prep curriculum, and metro Atlanta family market to ELCA.

Regional players

• Brookwood School: Independent Christian PK3-12 college-prep school in Thomasville, GA with comparable faith-integrated curriculum and college-prep focus, providing a regional benchmark for Georgia Christian college-prep schools.
• Notre Dame Academy: Catholic PK3-12 college-prep school in Duluth, GA. Comparable faith-based college-prep model in metro Atlanta and an alternative destination for families seeking values-integrated private education.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/elcachargers
• YouTubevimeo.com/event/3866602
• Facebookfacebook.com/ELCA1970
• Instagraminstagram.com/elca_chargers
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/elca1970

Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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