North Central Texas Academy
Granbury
Texas
United States
Overview
At North Central Texas Academy, the curriculum provides students with a balanced and strong foundational knowledge base in the areas of history, science, government, and economics as well as core academic skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and technology. Regardless of the academic subject, instruction in all classes focuses on building critical thinking, problem solving, communication, organization, study, and social skills. North Central Texas Academy’s goal is to prepare students for advanced education through a rigorous, college-preparatory educational program taught within a Christian worldview framework. Students are also prepared for life as informed, ethical, moral, and productive citizens through a host of other opportunities that promote intellectual, social, and emotional growth. North Central Texas Academy is a boarding, day, and international school that provides opportunities very much like a university but on a K-12 level. The Academy prepares students for university life educationally, socially, and physically. The student body is extremely diverse, yet each member shares a common goal of excelling educationally while demonstrating Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Self-Discipline, and Compassion. The Academy provides a strong academic curriculum that is aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills(TEKS) and the College Readiness Standards as established by the College Board. Honors/Pre-AP coursework is offered in English, Social Studies, Science, and Mathematics for students in grades 9-12. Advanced Placement coursework is offered in AP English Literature, AP Calculus AB, AP Government, and AP Economics. North Central Texas Academy offers its students a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum, fosters the development of social and emotional well-being, deepens spiritual growth and moral maturity, encourages an appreciation for the arts and creativity, emphasizes the value of good work and study habits, and promotes regular physical exercise and healthy lifestyles. This balance creates a learning environment where amazing things happen.
Academics
Summary: The Academy provides a strong academic curriculum within a Christian worldview that is aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and the College Readiness Standards as established by the College Board. Honors/Pre-AP coursework is offered in English, Social Studies, Science, and Mathematics for students in grades 9-12. Advanced Placement coursework is offered in AP English, AP Calculus AB, AP Government, Statistics, and AP Microeconomics.
Department Director Amanda Schwausch
Student/Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Average Class Size: 10
Summer Programs: Offered
Full Time Teachers: 34
Number of AP Courses Offered: 6
Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 35%
Number of IB Courses Offered: 0
Learning Support
- Subject Tutoring
English
- Classics
- Creative Writing
- Honors
- Literature
- Poetry
History
- Honors
- United States History
- World History
Foreign Languages
- Spanish
Religion / Philosophy
- Faith
- Moral Philosophy
- Religious Studies
- The Bible
- World Religions
Sciences
- Anatomy
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Earth Science
- Environmental Science
- Health
- Physical Science
- Physics
Math
- Algebra
- Calculus
- Geometry
- Honors Math
- Trigonometry
Computer Studies
- Computer Applications
- Computer Science
Music
- Choral Music
- Individual Instructions
- Music Appreciation
- Music History
- Music Theory
Performing / Visual Arts
- Ceramics
- Debate
- Drama
- Drawing
- Journalism
- Painting
- Photography
- Pottery
- Sculpture
- Studio Art
Special Programs
- Community Service
- Independent Study
- Outdoor Education
Campus Life
Dorm Life
Number of Dorms: 12
Average Students Per Dorm: 8
Number of Girls Dorms: 6
Number of Boys Dorms: 6
Dorm Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Wireless Internet
Other Dorm Amenities
TV; Video Games; Computer
Student Life
Student Ministry/Activities Center with video games, air hockey, movie theater, etc.
Facilities
- Baseball Field
- Basketball Court
- Football Field
- Indoor Basketball Court
- Pool
- Sand Volleyball Court
- Volleyball Court
Other Facilities
Clubs & Organizations
- Astronomy Club
- Community Service
- Horseback Riding
- Math Club
- Model UN
- National Honor Society
- Student Activities
- Student Government
- Yearbook
Arts & Athletics
Summary: NCTA teams have brought home dozens of State Championships including 3-Peat wins in Girls Basketball and Art.
Arts Department Director: Colleen Adair
Athletics Department Director: Michael Hendon
Arts
- Ceramics
- Debate
- Drama
- Drawing
- Journalism
- Painting
- Photography
- Pottery
- Sculpture
- Studio Art
Interscholastic Sports
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cheerleading
- Cross Country Running
- Football
- Golf
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Recreational Sports
- Basketball
- Equestrian
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Outdoor Education
- Softball
- Swimming
- Table Tennis
- Volleyball
- Weight Lifting
Graduates
College Information
Precentage of graduates who attend college: 98%
| Middle Percentile of SAT Scores | Reading | Math | Writing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25th percentile | |||
| 75th percentile |
College attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:
United States Air Force Academy:
Texas Tech University:
Texas Christian University:
Texas A & M University:
Tarleton State University:
State University of New York:
Southwestern University:
Southern Methodist University:
Rice University:
Pepperdine University:
Penn State:
Midwestern State University:
Mary Hardin-Baylor:
Howard Payne University:
Houston Baptist University:
Hardin Simmons University:
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University:
Baylor University:
Austin College:
Abilene Christian University:
Vital Information
Student Body Type: Coed
Total Boarding: 90
Total Day: 100
Total Enrollment: 190
Boys: 95
Girls: 95
Boarding Grades Offered: K-12
Day Grades Offered: K-12
School Type: Elementary, Middle, High School
Dress Code: Casual
Applications Accepted: Contact School
Application Deadline: Rolling
Tuition & Financial Aid
7-Day Boarding: $49,000
5-Day Boarding: N/A
Day Tuition Fee: $9,100
Need-Based Aid: Offered
Payment Plans: Offered
Students Receiving Aid: 90%
Average Awarded: $20,000
School Finances
Merit Scholarships: Not Offered
Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: %
Average Merit Scholarship: $
Current Endowment Amount: $10,500,000
Contact
Director of Admissions: Amanda Schwausch
Admissions Phone: 254 897 4822
Fax: 254 897 7650
Email: [email protected]
Nearby Schools
- The Hockaday School - 67mi / 108 km
- St. Stephen’s Episcopal School (TX) - 136mi / 219 km
- The Brook Hill School - 140mi / 226 km
- San Marcos Academy - 166mi / 267 km
- TMI Episcopal - 191mi / 307 km
- Subiaco Academy - 314mi / 505 km
