See what a growth mindset can do for your child.

Going Beyond Academics

Build Character. Thrive in Community. Curious in Creativity. Tenacious in Competition.
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Christian Beliefs

At Portsmouth Christian Academy, our Christian beliefs are rooted in the truth of Scripture, guiding us to honor God in all we do and nurture students in a Christ-centered community.

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Excellent Education

Our academic program challenges students to reach their full potential, consistently seeing grade cohorts place in the top 10% nationally for both growth and achievement.

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Create & Compete

At PCA, students can unleash their creativity through our outstanding fine arts program or pursue excellence on the field, competing for state championships in athletics.

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“The curriculum is designed to challenge students appropriately at each age level, moving them through stages of foundational learning, critical thinking, and persuasion, often described using classical model terms like Grammar, Dialectic, and Rhetoric.”

Mike Runey | Head of School

Infographic on a maroon background showing school stats: 650 students, 3.8 GPA, 21 sports teams, 70-acre campus, 6 music ensembles, 12:1 ratio, 1,200+ alumni, founded 1979, 50+ towns served.
Infographic on a maroon background showing school stats: 650 students, 3.8 GPA, 21 sports teams, 70-acre campus, 6 music ensembles, 12:1 ratio, 1,200+ alumni, founded 1979, 50+ towns served.