Little Rock Christian Academy

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Private school in Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Little Rock Christian Academy

Address

19010 Cantrell Road

Little Rock, Arkansas

72223

United States

Coordinates| 34°48′45″N 92°28′50″W﻿ / ﻿34.8126°N 92.4806°W﻿ / 34.8126; -92.4806
Information
School type| Private
Motto| Excellence in the Pursuit of Truth from a Christ-Centered Worldview
Religious affiliation(s)| Christian
Denomination| Non-denominational
Established| 1977 (48 years ago) (1977)
CEEB code| 041489
NCES School ID| 01610343[1]
Head of school| Justin Smith
Teaching staff| 142
Employees| 250
Grades| PK3–12th
Enrollment| 1375 (2020–2021)
• Kindergarten| 72
• Grade 1| 71
• Grade 2| 54
• Grade 3| 83
• Grade 4| 76
• Grade 5| 70
• Grade 6| 99
• Grade 7| 136
• Grade 8| 554
• Grade 9| 130
• Grade 10| 435
• Grade 11| 400
• Grade 12| 400
Hours in school day| 7.2
Color(s)| Navy blue, forest green, white

Fight song| Notre Dame Victory March
Athletics conference| 7A Central
Sports| Baseball, basketball, bowling, spirit teams, cross country, football, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, track and field, swimming, volleyball, wrestling
Mascot| Warriors
Nickname| LRCA
Team name| Little Rock Christian Academy Warriors
Accreditation| Southern Association of Independent Schools, Arkansas Non-Public Schools Accrediting Association, and
Council of Educational Standards and Accountability
Affiliations| Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
National Blue Ribbon School| 2012

Little Rock Christian Academy is a private, college-preparatory Christian school catering to students from PK3 through 12th grade. Established in 1977 under the name Walnut Valley Christian Academy, it holds accreditation from several organizations including the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS), Association of Christian Schools International, and the Arkansas Non-Public Schools Accrediting Association. Additionally, it is affiliated with The College Board, National Honor Society, National Beta Club, and the Council of Educational Standards and Accountability (CESA).

## Academics

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Little Rock Christian Academy consistently achieves high test scores among Arkansas private schools[2] and has received the ACT College Readiness award for two consecutive years.[when?] The school boasts an average ACT score of 26 and has produced 61 National Merit finalists and three National Achievement award recipients since 1998,[when?] underscoring its reputation for rigorous academics. In its middle school, LRCA's DUKE Tip program has achieved record numbers for the past two years.[when?] At the high school level, LRCA offers AP and Honors classes, and the class of 2020 received over $18.1 million in scholarship offers. LRCA was honored as a National Blue Ribbon School in 2012. While the school maintains a spirited rivalry with Pulaski Academy, it has not secured a state championship in the past four years

## Arts

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LRCA's arts program encompasses instrumental music, choir, performing arts, and visual arts.[3]

Instrumental music: LRCA's instrumental music offerings include Wind Symphony, Concert/Marching Band (8th – 12th grade), Jazz Band, Beginning Band (6th grade), Intermediate Band (7th grade), Senior High Band (12th grade), Beginning Strings (6th grade), Intermediate Orchestra (7th grade), Senior Strings (12th grade), and Jazz Band (7th - 12th grade).

Choir: LRCA's choir program consists of Warrior Choir, Legacy Choir, Encore Choir, and Middle School Mixed Choir.

Visual Arts: In LRCA's Visual Arts program, students explore various art styles ranging from Renaissance to Impressionism, Expressionism, and Pop Art. They study design principles such as composition, color theory, line, contrast, shape, and texture.

Performing Arts: In LRCA's Performing Arts program, two theatre performances are held annually: a fall drama and a spring musical. Additional opportunities for dramatic expression include additional productions such as the senior play, talent shows, grade-level plays, and student chapel presentations. Drama classes are offered as electives in the middle school, junior high, and high school levels.

## Athletics

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LRCA is affiliated with the Arkansas Activities Association. The Warriors athletic program encompasses a variety of sports including baseball, basketball, spirit teams, cross country, football, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, track and field, swimming, volleyball, and wrestling.[4]

The Warrior Pom squad has achieved notable success, securing five state championships in the years 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, and 2020. Additionally, they attained a runner-up position in 2017.

In the 2012–13 school year, both the boys' and girls' cross country teams claimed victory in the 5A state championship.[5]

In the 2017–2018 school year, the Lady Warrior soccer team secured its second 5A state championship.

On December 2, 2018, LRCA achieved its inaugural state football championship victory, triumphing over the four-time defending Class 5A state champion, Pulaski Academy.[6]

## School Principals

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* Ann Chami – Elementary School
* LeAnn Murray – Middle School
* Tyler Eatherton – Junior High
* Adam Funmaker – High School

## Notable alumni

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* Michael Dyer – former Auburn National Championship MVP running back
* Damarea Crockett \- NFL football running back with the Denver Broncos
* Jackson Woodard \- college American football linebacker[7]

## References

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1. ^ "Search for Private Schools – School Detail for Little Rock Christian Academy". National Center for Education Statistics. Institute of Education Sciences. Retrieved August 11, 2012.
2. ^ "Little Rock Christian Academy Test Scores and Academics". Niche. Retrieved May 20, 2024.
3. ^ "Arts - Little Rock Christian Academy". www.littlerockchristian.com. Retrieved May 20, 2024.
4. ^ "AHSAA School Directory. Little Rock Christian Academy". AHSAA.org. Retrieved August 10, 2012.
5. ^ "Boy's 5000 Meter Run Boys, AHSAA State Championships" (PDF). Arkansas Activities Association. Retrieved November 12, 2012.
6. ^ "FINAL: Little Rock Christian takes Class 5A title 52-38 over Pulaski Academy". Arkansas Online. December 2, 2018. Retrieved October 21, 2023.
7. ^ Jones, Matt (May 18, 2020). "Walk-on LB gaining weight, maintaining speed". Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. Archived from the original on September 3, 2024. Retrieved September 3, 2024.

## External links

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* Official website

* Christianity portal
* United States portal
* Schools portal

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Education in Pulaski County, Arkansas

Public high schools
and notable schools

Little Rock SD|

* Central HS
* Southwest HS
* West HS
* Hall STEAM Magnet
* Parkview Arts and Science Magnet HS
* Dunbar Magnet MS (former Dunbar HS)
* Mann Arts and Science MS (former Horace Mann HS)

| Merged|

* J. A. Fair HS
* John L. McClellan HS

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Pulaski County SSD|

* Maumelle HS
* Joe T. Robinson
* Sylvan Hills HS
* Mills University Studies

| Closed|

* J. C. Cook
* North Pulaski HS
* Oak Grove HS

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Moved|

* J. A. Fair HS (into LRSD, closed in 2020)
* John L. McClellan HS (into LRSD, closed in 2020)

North Little Rock SD|

* North Little Rock HS

| Closed|

* Scipio Jones HS

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Jacksonville North Pulaski SD|

* Jacksonville HS

Charter schools|

* Academics Plus Charter Schools (incl. Maumelle Charter High School)
* eStem Public Charter Schools

State-run schools|

* Arkansas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired
* Arkansas School for the Deaf

Private high schools

Secular|

* Pulaski Academy

Religious|

* Baptist Preparatory School
* Catholic HS for Boys
* Central Arkansas Christian Schools
* Episcopal Collegiate School
* Little Rock Christian Academy
* Mount St. Mary Academy

| Closed|

* St. Bartholomew HS

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Other

Tertiary|

* University of Arkansas at Little Rock
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* Philander Smith University

Libraries|

* Central Arkansas Library System

This list may be incomplete.
Some parts of the county are in the East End School District though the district does not operate schools in Pulaski County.

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Arkansas Activities Association (AAA): Class 5A Classification 2016-18

5A West|

* Alma Airedales
* Clarksville Panthers
* Farmington Cardinals
* Greenbrier Panthers
* Harrison Golden Goblins
* Maumelle Hornets
* Morrilton Devil Dogs
* Vilonia Eagles

5A East|

* Batesville Pioneers
* Blytheville Chickasaws
* Forrest City Mustangs
* Greene County Tech Golden Eagles
* Nettleton Raiders
* Paragould Rams
* Valley View Blazers
* Wynne Yellowjackets

5A Central|

* Beebe Badgers
* J.A. Fair War Eagles
* Little Rock Christian Warriors
* McClellan Crimson Lions
* Mills Comets
* Parkview Patriots
* Pulaski Academy Bruins
* Sylvan Hills Bears

5A South|

* Camden Fairview Cardinals
* De Queen Leopards
* Hope Bobcats
* Hot Springs Trojans
* Hot Springs Lakeside Rams
* Magnolia Panthers
* Watson Chapel Wildcats
* White Hall Bulldogs

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* ISNI

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