Mount Pisgah Christian School

What Mount Pisgah Christian School does

Mount Pisgah Christian School is an independent, church-affiliated K-12 institution founded in 1986 by Mount Pisgah Church and headquartered at 9820 Nesbit Ferry Road in Johns Creek, Georgia. The school operates across three Johns Creek campuses (main South Campus, East Campus housing the Drummond Center gymnasium, and the Patriot Athletic Campus at 9825 Brumbelow Road) and serves more than 1,000 students from infants through 12th grade, organized into an Early Learning Center, Murray Academy preschool, Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School.

Academically, MPCS delivers a college-preparatory curriculum grounded in Christian faith, offering 21 Advanced Placement courses in the Upper School, a dedicated 26,200-square-foot STEAM facility, and a Middle School House System organized around six Scriptural-themed houses. The athletics program fields 54 teams across 19 sports competing in the GHSA Class A conference and has earned 9 state championships since 2018 plus 18 region or area titles. The fine arts program spans theatre, band, orchestra, drumline, chapel band, visual art, and private music lessons. The school reports a 100% four-year college acceptance rate and more than $21 million in scholarships awarded to graduates over the past five years, with the Class of 2026 attending 41 colleges and universities across 16 states.

The revenue model is tuition-led, supplemented by a multi-channel fundraising ecosystem: the For Pisgah annual giving fund, Georgia GOAL state tax-credit scholarships, the Patriot Club athletic booster with tiers from $125 to $2,500 plus corporate and scoreboard sponsorships of $2,000-$4,000, the Pisgah Patrons of the Arts boosters with tiers from $50 to $1,500, a planned-giving Legacy Society and 1986 Society at $5,000+, before/after school care ($200-$1,500 per semester), and summer camp programs ($300-$325 per week). Operations are supported by a 126-employee staff including a Head of School, division principals, a CFO, an Athletics Director, and senior directors across admissions, development, academics, HR/strategy, and communications. The school's technology footprint consists of Veracross for the parent portal and program registration, with no proprietary platform or API. Accreditations include Cognia, SAIS, CESA, and AAAIS.

Name

Mount Pisgah Christian School

Legal name

Mount Pisgah Christian School

Website

https://mountpisgahschool.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Mount Pisgah Christian School is an independent church-affiliated K-12 institution in Johns Creek, Georgia, serving 1,000+ students from infants through 12th grade with a college-preparatory Christian curriculum, 21 AP courses, a 26,200 sq ft STEAM facility, 54 athletic teams, and 100% four-year college acceptance.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Christian Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Services (611), All Other Schools and Instruction (61169)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based (Religious) K–12 Schools (EDAJABAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Faith-Based Early Learning Academies (EDACADAH), Faith-Based Education & Formation (Seminaries, Religious Schools, Catechesis) (BPAGAJAD), Campus Spiritual & Religious Life (EDALAHAI)

Keywords

• Private Christian education
• College preparatory schooling
• K-12 independent school
• Faith-based education
• STEAM academic programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Johns Creek

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition: The school charges tuition for students from infants through 12th grade. Tuition is differentiated by grade level and program, with tuition assistance available for qualifying families. Tuition is the primary revenue stream.
2. For Pisgah Fund (Annual Giving): Primary annual giving initiative supporting greatest need, spiritual formation, academic initiatives, fine arts, athletics, and financial aid. Alumni, parents, grandparents, faculty, staff, and friends contribute annually.
3. Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program: Georgia residents and businesses direct a portion of state taxes to the school for scholarships through the Greater Opportunities for Access to Learning (GOAL) program, providing a tax credit to donors while generating scholarship funding.
4. Patriot Club (Athletic Boosters): Patriot Club membership at multiple giving levels (Spirit $125 through Platinum $2,500) funds athletic programs. Includes corporate and scoreboard sponsorships ($2,000-$4,000) supporting facilities and operations.
5. Pisgah Patrons of the Arts: Fine arts booster organization with membership levels (Friends $50 through Artist $1,500) supporting visual arts, theatre, and music programs with reserved seats, parking, and complimentary tickets.
6. Planned Giving and Gift Planning: Bequests, charitable gift annuities, IRA charitable rollovers, charitable remainder trusts, and gifts of real estate. The Legacy Society recognizes planned gift donors. The 1986 Society recognizes annual donors of $5,000 or more.
7. Before and After School Programs: Before Care (starting 7:00 AM) and After Care (3:00-6:00 PM) for Lower School students, with per-semester pricing tiers based on days per week. Also offers enrichment classes (Art, Golf, Chess, Drama, Dance, Robotics, Soccer, etc.)
8. Summer Camp Programs: Adventure Camp and Sports Camps offered during summer months for rising PK4 through rising 8th grade. Adventure Camp $325/week; Sports Camps $300-$325/week. Before and after care available separately.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Mount Pisgah Christian School is a private independent Christian school delivering college preparatory education from infants (Early Learning Center, six weeks old) through 12th grade, serving more than 1,000 students across three Johns Creek, Georgia campuses. The school integrates Christian faith with rigorous academics (21 AP courses, 26,200 sq ft STEAM facility), competitive athletics (19 sports, 54 teams), and fine arts (Theatre, Music, Visual Art), achieving 100% college acceptance and 9 state championships since 2018. It also offers ancillary fee-based services including before/after school care, summer camps, enrichment classes, and College Counseling.

Product overview

Mount Pisgah Christian School is a leading independent Christian school serving infants through 12th grade in Johns Creek and Alpharetta, GA. The school operates as a unified educational institution offering a college preparatory curriculum grounded in Christian faith and values. Its core educational programs span Lower School (including Murray Academy preschool and Early Learning Center), Middle School with its distinctive House System, and Upper School with 21 AP courses. Beyond academics, the school provides comprehensive Fine Arts (Theatre, Music, Visual Arts), Athletics (19 sports across 54 teams), College Counseling, Summer Camp, and Before/After School Programs. The institution has been recognized for its 100% college acceptance rate and 26,200 square feet dedicated to STEAM curriculum.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lower School and Early Learning Comprehensive elementary education program for students from infants (Early Learning Center, six weeks old) through 4th grade, including Murray Academy Preschool and the Early Learning Center, focused on foundational academics and spiritual development.
• Middle School Educational program for grades 5-8 featuring a six-house system (Sinai, Carmel, Tabor, Zion, Ararat, Moriah), academic rigor, spiritual formation, athletics, and arts, preparing students for Upper School.
• Upper School College preparatory program for grades 9-12 offering 21 Advanced Placement courses, competitive athletics, fine arts, and comprehensive college counseling with 100% four-year college acceptance.
• Fine Arts Program Comprehensive arts program encompassing Theatre, Music (band, orchestra, drumline, chapel band), Visual Art, and Private Music Lessons, culminating in events such as Concert Under the Stars.
• Athletics Program Competitive athletic program featuring 19 sports and 54 teams from youth sports to varsity level, competing in GHSA Class A, with 9 state championships earned since 2018.
• Summer Camp Summer program offering Adventure Camp (rising PK4-5th grade) with themed weeks including STEM, Arts, Sports Introduction, Spanish Immersion, and Agriculture, plus Sports Camps for various ages and skill levels.
• Before and After School Program Before care starting at 7:00 AM and After Care from 3:00-6:00 PM for PK3-4th grade students, including daily devotions, snacks, play, games, and homework time; Middle School before care available at 7:30 AM.
• College Counseling Comprehensive college preparation service offering guidance on college selection, applications, and scholarships, with graduates earning over $8 million in scholarships and attending 41 colleges and universities across 16 states.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% of students accepted into a four-year college or university
• +8 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA)minorOthersNIAAA is an accredited organization and professional body for interscholastic athletic administrators based in Indianapolis, IN. Sam Lialios earned the Certified Master Athletics Administrator distinction through NIAAA's voluntary certification process.
• Georgia GOAL Scholarship ProgramcoreOthersGeorgia GOAL (Greater Opportunities for Access to Learning) allows Georgia residents and businesses to direct state taxes to MPCS for scholarships. MPCS Tax ID: 58-2424265. This is a primary revenue stream supporting tuition assistance.
• Patriot Club SponsorsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsors including i9 Sports, DMA, Chronic Tacos, Cornerstone Hospitality, Cellairis, Carter Baldwin, Onco Health, and others providing scoreboard and corporate sponsorships for athletics.
• Pisgah Patrons of the Arts SponsorsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFine arts booster organization with membership levels supporting visual arts, theatre, and music programs with reserved seats, parking, and complimentary tickets for performances.
• Mount Pisgah United Methodist ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe school was founded in 1986 by Mount Pisgah Church and maintains a close relationship. Many families and board members attend the church. The school serves as counsel for the church and its related entities.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves14 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• The Westminster Schools: Elite Atlanta private K-12 school and one of the city's most recognized college-prep options; competes for the same top-tier North Atlanta families even though not faith-based.
• Atlanta International School: Independent PK-12 school in Atlanta with IB curriculum and global focus; competes for the same affluent, college-prep-oriented families in North Atlanta.
• The Lovett School: Elite Buckhead private K-12 school and one of Atlanta's most established college-prep options; a top-of-market competitor for the same North Atlanta household pool.
• Woodward Academy: Large independent PK-12 school in College Park/Johns Creek serving metro Atlanta families with comprehensive athletics and AP curriculum; competes for similar families at the upper end of the market.
• Pace Academy: Prominent Atlanta private K-12 school competing for the same high-achieving family demographic with strong AP, athletics, and college-counseling programs.
• Wesleyan School: Faith-based, college-prep private K-12 school in Peachtree Corners, GA, serving the same North Atlanta affluent family base as Mount Pisgah with comparable athletics, arts, and AP offerings.
• Holy Innocents' Episcopal School: Faith-affiliated private PK-12 school in Sandy Springs serving North Atlanta families with comparable college-prep academics, athletics, and arts programs.
• King's Ridge Christian School: Independent Christian school in Alpharetta, GA offering K-12 college-prep with strong athletics; directly comparable faith-based mission, geography, and program structure to MPCS.
• Marist School: Catholic, college-prep secondary school in Atlanta (grades 7-12) with rigorous academics and competitive athletics; overlaps with MPCS on faith-based identity and North Atlanta feeder families.

Regional players

• St. Pius X Catholic High School: Catholic college-prep high school in Atlanta; comparable faith-based college-prep mission and athletics footprint though not a K-12 continuum like MPCS.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@mountpisgahchristianschool2757/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/mountpisgahchristianschool
• Instagraminstagram.com/mpcspatriots
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/mount-pisgah-christian-school

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

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