Maranatha Christian Schools

What Maranatha Christian Schools does

Maranatha Christian Schools is a private, 501(c)(3) non-profit K-12 Christian school operating two campuses in San Diego, California (4S Ranch area), serving 948 students from Early Education through Grade 12. Founded in 1991 by Ray Bentley as a ministry of Maranatha Chapel, the school offers a UC-approved college preparatory curriculum with 5 Honors and 17 Advanced Placement courses, reporting a 100% college acceptance rate. The school is dually accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and the Association of Christian Teachers and Schools (ACTS), with more than 80% of teachers holding ACSI credentials.

The school operates four core academic divisions (Early Education ages 2-5, Elementary K-5, Junior High 6-8, High School 9-12) and supplements academics with athletics (CIF competitive sports), performing arts (drama, band, vocal music, musical theatre), and college guidance services. Product extensions include the Eagle Academy hybrid homeschool program (grades 6-12), an F-1 Visa International Student Program recruiting from China and Russia, the After School Care Program (ASCP), and a Youth Summer Theater Arts Camp (YSTAC). The underlying technology stack is commodity third-party school infrastructure: RenWeb for student information and the parent portal, FACTS Tuition Management for billing and payment processing, Naviance Family Connection for college planning, and ecommerce integrations with Lands' End, French Toast, Ki's School Lunches, MBS Direct, and TicketSpice.

The business model is tuition-funded private education with tiered annual pricing (K-5 at $15,925, 6-8 at $18,390, 9-12 at $19,275) collected via FACTS on multiple payment plan schedules (annual, 2-, 10-, 11-, 12-payment). Ancillary recurring revenue streams include ASCP ($9/hour or $120/week, plus $810/quarter enrichment), Eagle Academy per-class fees ($2,627-$2,965), athletic and activity fees, and one-time application ($225 domestic, $400 international) and registration ($375-$395) fees. Multi-child sibling discounts (up to 5th child free) incentivize family retention across the 14-year enrollment window. Distribution is direct-to-consumer through a structured admissions funnel of inquiry forms, Tuesday campus tours, information nights, Eagle Experience shadow days, student assessments, and family interviews, supplemented by community-based referral networks including the Parent Action Committee and Moms in Prayer.

Name

Maranatha Christian Schools

Legal name

Maranatha Christian Schools, Inc.

Website

https://maranathachristianschools.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Maranatha Christian Schools is a private, non-profit K-12 Christian school in San Diego, CA serving 948 students from Early Education through Grade 12 with a UC-approved college preparatory curriculum, dual WASC/ACTS accreditation, and ancillary programs including Eagle Academy (hybrid homeschool), international student recruitment, athletics, and performing arts.

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 (Religious) K–12 Schools (EDAJABAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Faith-Based Preschools (EDACABAF)

Keywords

• K-12 private education
• Christian school
• College preparatory
• Early childhood education
• Dual accreditation

Headquarters

HQ city

San Diego

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, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. K-12 Tuition: Annual tuition payments for grades K-12 with multiple payment plan options. K-5: $15,925, 6-8: $18,390, 9-12: $19,275. Payments collected through FACTS Tuition Management with various payment schedules.
2. Early Education Tuition: Tuition for 2-5 year old programs with part-time and full-time options. Early Education campus at 10752 Coastwood Road.
3. Application and Registration Fees: One-time non-refundable application fee ($225 domestic, $400 international) and annual registration fees ($395 new, $375 returning).
4. After School Care Program (ASCP): $9/hour per child with weekly rates of $120/week. Homework club and special Friday activities included.
5. Eagle Academy Hybrid Program: Part-time on-campus enrollment for homeschool students. Junior High classes at $2,627.14/class, High School at $2,965.38/class, plus $895 administrative fee.
6. Athletic and Activity Fees: Per-sport athletic fees ($200 JH, $300 HS, $500 football/golf), spirit packs, retreats, field trips, and performing arts production fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Maranatha Christian Schools is a private Christian K-12 institution that delivers integrated, college-preparatory education from Early Education (ages 2-5) through Grade 12 across two San Diego campuses. It operates as a ministry of Maranatha Chapel and sells tuition-based enrollment into age-graded academic programs, supplemented by athletics, performing arts, after-school care, hybrid homeschool, and international student tracks. The school is dually accredited by WASC and ACTS and reports a 100% college acceptance rate.

Product overview

Maranatha Christian Schools is a private Christian school in San Diego, CA offering a comprehensive educational program across multiple divisions: Early Education (ages 2-5), Elementary (K-5), Junior High (6-8), and High School (9-12). The school operates a traditional campus-based model with distinct academic programs including The Eagle Academy hybrid homeschool option for grades 6-12 and an International Student Program for F-1 visa holders. Beyond core academics, the school provides enrichment through Performing Arts (drama, music, theater), Athletics (CIF competitive sports), After School Care Program, and College Guidance Services. The institution is dually accredited by WASC and ACTS, and utilizes RenWeb/FACTS for school management and parent communication.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Early Education Program (2-5 year olds) Christ-centered early education for ages 2-5 including two-year-old, three-year-old, four-year-old programs and Transitional Kindergarten, using Frogstreet Press curriculum with daily Bible instruction and biweekly chapel. Licensed with the state of California and dually accredited through ACTS and WASC.
• Elementary Program (K-5) Comprehensive elementary education for grades K-5 with enrichment classes in art, music, computer, PE, library, and Spanish, integrated with biblical principles. Includes small class sizes, experienced teaching staff with advanced degrees, STEAM programs, and student government in 4th-5th grades.
• Junior High Program (6-8) Middle school program for grades 6-8 featuring rigorous academics, differentiated math, STEAM curriculum, competitive sports, and performing arts aligned with state and national standards. Includes the House System for positive behavior support.
• High School Program (9-12) UC-approved college preparatory program for grades 9-12 offering 5 Honors and 17 Advanced Placement courses with 100% college acceptance rate. Exceeds UC 'a-g' credit standards and NCAA Division 1 athletic eligibility standards.
• The Eagle Academy (6-12) Hybrid homeschool program allowing students in grades 6-12 to take up to three on-campus classes while completing remaining courses at home with MCS accountability. Includes access to CIF athletics, campus activities, and an accredited diploma.
• International Student Program (F-1 Visa) F-1 Visa program for international students in grades 6-12 providing rigorous college-prep curriculum in a Christ-centered environment. Welcomes students from countries including China and Russia, providing cultural diversity and English language support.
• After School Care Program (ASCP) Extended day care for elementary students including homework club, special Friday activities, Junior Eagle Training athletics camps on early release Fridays, and After School Enrichment at $810/quarter.
• Performing Arts Program Christ-centered performing arts program including drama, instrumental music (band, drumline, jazz), vocal music, musical theatre, and annual productions.
• Athletics Program CIF member competitive sports program including football, basketball, volleyball, golf, and more, emphasizing the 'All Things' philosophy of playing for God.
• Youth Summer Theater Arts Camp (YSTAC) Summer camp program for youth focusing on theater arts skills, drama, music, and performance training. Registration handled via TicketSpice.
• College and Guidance Services College preparatory advising including individual academic counseling, college visits, Naviance Family Connection access, scholarship resources, and college and career planning tools.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% of students accepted to 4-year colleges
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• FACTS Tuition ManagementcoreTechnology or IntegrationContracted tuition management and payment collection service. FACTS processes all tuition payments via automatic electronic funds transfer. Setup fee of $45 applies. Provides online payment portal and billing management for families.
• ACTS (Association of Christian Teachers and Schools)coreOthersDual accreditation partner along with WASC. ACSI credential requires 80%+ of teachers to hold ACSI credentials. Self-study and verification process for school improvement.
• WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges)coreOthersDual accreditation partner along with ACTS. WASC accreditation verifies school meets clearly defined standards through self-study and outside independent agency verification.
• Lands' EndminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUniform provider for school uniforms and P.E. uniforms. School code: 900107384. Provides new uniform purchases for families.
• French ToastminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAlternative uniform provider for school uniforms and P.E. uniforms. Provides new uniform purchases for families.
• Ki"s School LunchesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHot lunch program provider for MCS students. Parents can order lunches online. Contact: (760) 828-5236 or [email protected].
• NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association)coreOthersAthletic association membership enabling student athletes to meet NCAA Division 1 eligibility standards. Supports college-bound student athletes in recruiting process.
• College BoardminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvides PSAT, SAT, and AP exam resources. College and Career Day includes practice college entrance tests.
• Maranatha ChapelcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMCS is a ministry of Maranatha Chapel. Sr. Pastor Daniel Bentley (son of founder Ray Bentley) continues the vision. Early Education campus located at Maranatha Chapel at 10752 Coastwood Road.
• Arizona Christian UniversityminorGTM or Marketing PartnerScholarship opportunities available for MCS graduates attending Arizona Christian University.
• Colorado Christian UniversityminorGTM or Marketing Partner'Partners in Christian Education' scholarship program available for MCS graduates.
• Grand Canyon UniversityminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership providing scholarship opportunities for MCS graduates attending Grand Canyon University.
• San Diego Christian CollegeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerScholarship opportunities available for MCS graduates attending San Diego Christian College.
• RenWebcoreTechnology or IntegrationSchool management system providing parent portal, student information, grades, attendance, and family communications. Contact: schoolsitefp.renweb.com.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights10 records

Direct peers

• The Rock Academy: San Diego-area private Christian K-12 school serving a similar faith-based, college-preparatory market. Comparable scale and mission overlap with Maranatha, and competes for the same 4S Ranch/north-county Christian families.
• Francis Parker School: Established private K-12 school in San Diego offering a college-prep curriculum. Competes with MCS for academically oriented San Diego families willing to pay premium tuition, though non-faith-based.
• Calvin Christian School: Reformed/Christian K-12 school in Southern California with similar faith-integrated curriculum, small class sizes, and college-prep focus. Comparable tuition band and accreditation profile.
• The Bishop's School: Elite independent K-12 college preparatory school in La Jolla, San Diego. Comparable premium pricing tier and UC-focused college outcomes, competing for top-tier San Diego families.
• Cathedral Catholic High School: Large Catholic college-preparatory high school in San Diego serving grades 9-12. Competes with MCS's high school division for faith-oriented families seeking rigorous college-prep education in the San Diego market.
• La Jolla Country Day School: Independent K-12 college-preparatory school in San Diego offering similar academic rigor and co-curricular programming. Direct competition in premium independent school segment.
• Pacific Ridge School: Independent 6-12 college-preparatory school in Carlsbad/San Diego area. Directly comparable to MCS's junior high and high school divisions on academic outcomes and tuition band.
• Christian Unified Schools of San Diego: Trans-denominational Christian K-12 school in the San Diego area with similar faith-integrated curriculum and college-prep mission. Closest faith-based direct competitor to MCS in the same metro.
• Foothills Christian Schools: Faith-based K-12 school in San Diego county with similar Christ-centered college-prep mission. Competes for Christian families seeking accredited private education in the region.

Broad incumbents

• San Diego Jewish Academy: Larger faith-based K-12 college-preparatory school in San Diego. Comparable dual-accreditation model and premium pricing tier, with broader programming scale and longer operating history.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/mcs_eagles1
• YouTubevimeo.com/mcseagles
• Facebookfacebook.com/MaranathaChristianSchools
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/maranatha-christian-schools
• Instagraminstagram.com/mcs_eagles

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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