Desoto County Academy

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I wanted to put a review on the schools page but they do not do that. This school has been absolutely amazing. My daughter is finishing up with pre-k. The teachers always have the biggest smile in the carline. They all know my child’s name even when she’s not in their class. Mrs. Ashley has been phenomenal! The transition to coming to school for the first time was made easy by Ashley and Heather! My kid absolutely loves them both! Any question I had Mrs. Ashley was very responsive and kind! You can tell these teachers love our kids! Just so very thankful my girl got the best experience for her first time going to big school! Thank you so much DCA for everything you do a provide such an amazing God centered learning environment!

Posted: May 9, 2024

Based on our experience in Elementary school I would not recommend this organization due to consist lack of / unclear communication from administration and significant lack of professionalism.

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Posted: April 17, 2023

My children are all thriving at DCA. The school continues to improve. They are continually adding more challenging classes & now have dual-enrollment. They have many sports, theatre, and extracurriculars. When I walk into the school, it feels like family. The administrators love Jesus and genuinely care for each student. Highly, highly recommend!

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Posted: June 2, 2022

The only thing Christian about this school is the name.   They do not care about your children or try to help them if they are struggling.    If your child is not the brightest of the brightest you better not send your kid to this school.  Also most of their teachers do not even have a teacher's license or are even qualified to teach.

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Posted: January 25, 2021

Mediocre education, favoritism between family members, and no educational growth. (ie. scholarships, grants, college recognition)

If you don’t care about the education, considering this is normal for schools in this part of Mississippi then the worst part in my opinion, is the fact that they grade Christianity like it is a class. A religion that is extremely complex and even people who have studied their whole life can’t be certain of anything, however CHILDREN are supposed to know every corner of the bible and they can either pass or fail, which to a young impressionable child could interpret as they aren’t a good enough christian. For a christian school they didn’t think this through.

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Posted: January 5, 2021

Our experience with this school was very disappointing to say the least. Upon our school tour, we were told there was a no homework policy. Our child was having at least 3 hours every night. We tried inquiring about why there was so much work, no one could help because the office had no clue and the teacher for this class had been changed twice within the first three weeks of school....none of them knew what was going on. My son ended up with a teacher that had no degree teaching his class.

The school recommended we medicate our first grader the second week into school. We decided not to take advice from two people that had absolutely no education degrees. Definitely not appropriate recommendation without even referring out for testing. Just crazy.

We had another teacher that would take days of recess away from the entire class when one child acted out. Our child in this classroom NEVER got to go outside or was able to get energy out, not to any fault of his own.

The icing on the cake was how rude the office staff was...one person in particular. I have never experienced anything so Un-Christian like in my life. We withdrew 3 weeks into school and our only regret is the 3 weeks of our life we wasted at this school.

I would like to finish off by saying we did have a few kind teachers that were truly very kind and were trying to make a difference in the children's lives.

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Posted: October 20, 2019

When a teacher continued to call our child the wrong name and other students started calling him that and teasing it was never addressed. When student purposely take balls away at recess or reorganize a ball game to put all the “better” kids on one side and the teacher is unable to be out there due to medical issues?

Posted: October 20, 2019

We had physical bully problems and over crowding at the public school, we were scared and needed a safe place for our boys to learn and attend school - this is the worst place I have ever taken my kids and I PAID FOR IT....

Posted: October 20, 2019

Their policy is no homework except to study or finish what was not done at school for under 9th grade. But that is only followed by some teachers, and if you question it they call out your child for being lazy.

Posted: October 20, 2019

We enrolled for one teacher, she quit or was let go right before school started. So we go a substitute until the new teacher could sell her house and move. I was told it would be weeks...we completed 9 weeks and now that substitute is asking the children to have their parents call the office and get her a permanent position. She has not taught in years, only follows the rules she likes and only teaches part of the day due to her many ailments that my children and list and explain for you....but if you ask about instruction for classes they are frustrated and can not do assigned homework. If you ask admin for help they ask you to pray and believe God will show you the light....you are PAYING FOR private education and not to hear the teacher lecture on her quad bypass, bad back, heart attack and the list goes on.

Posted: October 20, 2019

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Read prior statement...kids tattle falsely and are believed to the detriment of others. No bullying means from students And Teachers...and when admin does not step in?

Posted: October 20, 2019

They do not allow for those with the need for time, patience and coaching. If they are behind for the day they lose outside time or lunch break - although they are allowed to eat while working.

Posted: September 13, 2018

Glorified daycare. Terrible experience at this school, not so much with the teachers, but with the administration. Here’s what to expect:
Your child will be watching movies daily at DCA. NOT learning videos-Power Rangers, Paw Patrol, and full Disney movies. Teachers have Netflix hardwired right to the rooms, and they let the students pick what they watch every day. During snack time, nap time, lunch time, any time that should be used to develop social skills. It’s a babysitter while teachers grade papers. It’s on in the aftercare room with children crowded around it in a dark room, instead of playing outside on a beautiful afternoon.
My children would come home bonking themselves on the head after watching LooneyTunes, and got in trouble for copying behavior they’d seen on tv. First thing my kids told me about when they came home each day was what movie they watched. Nothing about math, science, friends…just movies. I paid for this. I called, emailed, wrote a letter to the “board”. NO ONE ever replied. What kind of “Christian” school completely ignores a parent’s concerns? DCA is merely a business.
DCA has almost no outdoor time for young children if it’s sunny, between 40-70 degrees, and hasn’t rained in the last 5 days. Absolutely none for older kids. Nothing. Stuck in a tiny room all day long. My children came home restless every day. When asked if they had recess, I heard, “the ground was wet.” Or “My teacher was too cold”. Unbelievable that DCA functions like this.
DCA’s motto is “It’s a privilege to go our school.” I disagree. It’s a privilege to teach our children.
There are better schools just down the road. Please don’t let this school be your final decision unless your goals include memorizing the theme song from Pokemon.

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Posted: August 7, 2018

Wonderful school with well qualified teachers and staff. My daughter has thrived in the environment. They are accredited and pending further accreditation.

Posted: August 7, 2018

Various learning systems are utilized very effectively.

Posted: August 7, 2018

Teachers are qualified and still learning. They love the students and encourage kindness.

Posted: August 7, 2018

Bible based instruction and modeling. They care and try and practice what they teach.

Posted: August 7, 2018

Business leaders and a newly hired Headmaster with the education and years of experience in leadership.

Posted: August 7, 2018

They are working on new approaches and willing to go as far as possible to accommodate.

Posted: August 7, 2018

No bullying allowed. The school has clear policies.

Posted: May 4, 2018

There is very little homework given by the teachers.

Posted: May 4, 2018

Posted: May 4, 2018

The administration at this school is a joke. There is no leadership from the office. This is supposed to be a Christian school, but there isn't even a chapel during the week. Also they use Abeka curriculum but do not stand by KJV. Instead they use many versions. How can a student learn their verses and curriculum when there are so many versions being thrown at them??

Posted: May 4, 2018

They have NO support for kids with any learning disabilities. They reject students who have IEPs.

Posted: May 4, 2018

The school tolerates bullying and does not have a consistent system for behavior. It has a lot to do with who you are to them.

Posted: May 4, 2018

DCA is a very unprofessional school. They aren't accredited but will tell you they are. They also use out of date and copied achievement tests for their end of year testing. Public schools and colleges do not recognize DCA as a school at all. To be accepted into a college or another school from DCA, you must take a placement test because they won't even look at report cards from there.

Posted: April 10, 2018

My kids first year here is almost complete! They have done very well and have enjoyed their new school. The teachers have been very helpful to my kids and they seem to really care about them. We will be back next year! - L.W.

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Posted: March 20, 2018

We have enjoyed the change from public schools. My kids are less stressed and very happy! They were ready to go back to school in the middle of spring break! I think that says something.

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Great experience this school year! My child is having a great year and the transition has been good for him. He actually likes school now!

Posted: July 19, 2017

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The leaders are strong Christians who lead that school in a Christ-like way.

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Both of my children attend school here, and it has been wonderful! The curriculum is outstanding, and they are taught Christian values! Who could ask for more?!?

Posted: July 19, 2017

Most of the work is done in school. Homework is usually just a small review of what was gone over in class and some studying. Nothing too overwhelming!

Posted: July 19, 2017

I genuinely feel like my kids' teachers are prepared everyday, and they truly care about their education!

Posted: July 14, 2017

DeSoto County Academy is one of the best quality places to get a Christian education in North Mississippi. And I've been affiliated with several over the past 20 years. The administration are people of integrity. And the teachers are top notch. Ik very thankful to have one student graduate and head to college and another who will also in a few years. The education, life lessons and ideals my children have learned here will stick with them for the rest of their lives, and it's certainly something they wouldn't get in a public school. I'd put the admin and staff against almost any school in the nation and they'd come out on top.

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This school treats their employees with no respect. The admistration is not setting a "Christian Example" by letting the best teachers go with no valid reason. All they would say is the school is headed in a different direction. What kind of Christian example is this setting for our children and non Christian adults? I am appaualed at the way they have let 2 employees go in July. One with a call and one with a text message. How lame! I am very disappointed in this school!!

Posted: July 13, 2017

Posted: July 13, 2017

Desoto County Academy is the worst school I have ever seen. The administration is as fake as they come and they have no clue how to run a school. None of them have education degrees as well as some of the teachers. They have lots of gray areas when it comes to rules and standards. I was extremely disappointed in this school and the way they handle things. There is no sprinkler system in the school at all so that is terrible for if there is a fire. Also teachers are not ever given a break, prep period, etc. They are expected to work all day with no break. It all depends on who you are up there. They play favorites and they do not truly care about people, they only care about making money. We parents pay an "Ancillary Fee" which includes art fee. Elementary students do not have an art teacher, but I guess teachers never see that money because we always get notes asking for $3 here, $5 there. I'm sure the office keeps that money as their bonus. They give Christians a bad name. Also, we had the best teacher last year in 2nd grade. For some unknown reason they let her go. She is the only teacher my daughter has ever had who actually truly cared about her students. She went above and beyond for them and then they get rid of her. Because of this I am pulling all my children out of DCA. I will not stand behind and watch a school system treat an excellent teacher the way they did. Be very aware if you currently have students there.

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We have attended the last two school years, and we are registered for another. We love it. I am happy to be in a Christian environment and not have to deal with the common core curriculum issues or anything else that could occur in a public school setting. I feel safer with my children here. I hold no judgment to those that choose public school, but for me this is the best decision for our family. Every family has to do what they feel is best. I hope that both of my kids can graduate from DCA one day! Thanks DCA and keep up the great work!!!!

Posted: November 17, 2015

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Our children have been attending for the 15 - 16 school year and thus far we have been pleased with the experience. The after school care is great for 2 working parents. The school does not provide lunch or snacks, which in the long run creates an added expense. Also, the outside of the school does not resemble a traditional school building. However, if you are looking for a non-common core Christian learning environment, this is your best value in Desoto County. Teachers are great and really care about the kids.

Posted: April 23, 2015

DCA couldn't have predicted the growth they have experienced this past year, and like with any change, there is a transition period! They have made renovations and added portables for the upcoming school year. One of the areas that hasn't changed is their love for our children! We'd chose DCA all over again for that very reason! The curriculum is great, and our kids are learning by leaps and bounds (scoring well above their grade level on the latest achievement tests).

Posted: November 5, 2014

First year here and all has been well. My son seems to be doing well with their curriculum. (9th grade)

Posted: October 9, 2014

We are very pleased with DCA. A large improvement from my sons last school. I would recommend this school.

Posted: August 28, 2014

My daughter has been going here for 3 years and the school has grown and improved a lot. The classes have grown, but the assistants have been helpful. My daughters class has 18 students total + teacher (Simpson - Yes she has a teaching degree) and a floating assistant. She loves her class. There are a lot of new teachers and staff this year and they all seem to be great at what they do! Keep up the good work DCA!

Posted: August 27, 2014

My children have gone here for well over 8 years. I am very disappointed at the explosion in new kids. I thought this would be a small school with one on one attention but they have taken on too much. They had a good thing going.

Posted: August 7, 2014

My child has been going to this school for the past 2 years. We picked this school b/c of student teacher ratio and it was affordable. The classes were smaller and with that being said you should have more one on one time. Well, now we are 2 years down the road and the school has taken on too many kids. The student teacher ratio is now like a public school and they raised the tuition. Nothing like getting tuition raised and then getting more students in the class. Now the one on one does not even exist. I am very disappointed that this has happened. I am all for growth, but this is way to fast. The school is not equipped to handle that many children. . We will see how the year goes, but at this rate, we may not be returning for the 2015 school year and I hate that...time will tell.

Posted: May 8, 2014

This is our first year at DCA. My child struggled in the public schools, but the extra attention provided by DCA has allowed her to excel. We are very pleased. -J

Posted: April 28, 2014

My child has attended this school for the past two years and he loves it. The teachers are great and the abeka curriculum is fantastic. He has really improved since he started at DCA.

Posted: November 11, 2013

DCA is a school where everyone that works there cares about the students and helping them succeed. I've never seen a school with so many people that really and truly, honestly care about the kids.

Posted: October 8, 2013

My kids are doing very well in this school and they are really enjoying it.

Posted: October 3, 2013

Do not be misled; I am a parent with children at this school and I can tell you that they do not have a good plan for the growth that has occurred this year. There are not enough teachers for some classes; my middle-school child's class has a student teacher ratio of 23-1; higher than all but one public school; I chose this school because of the published small class size. I am concerned about how continued growth will impact the school and the children; as it is, the school's facilities are can barely handle their current enrollment. I love the ABEKA curriculum; the staff is knowledgeable and pleasant, there is just not enough! The tuition rate is extremely reasonable. I would be willing to pay a higher tuition if it would go toward hiring additional teachers and infrastructure improvements in order to accommodate the growth. As it stands, I am considering not re-enrolling my youngest child next year unless the student-teacher ratio improves.

Posted: October 1, 2013

We absolutely LOVE this school! Extremely reasonable tuition, great teachers and curriculum. Its everything we were looking for!

Posted: September 17, 2013

This school is outstanding with a great location, staff / teachers, curriculum, and most importantly a Christian environment where every child fits in. Make sure you check this school out, if you are thinking about taking your child out of the public school system. We struggled with that descision, but after taking a tour and talking with the staff it was an easy descision and one that we are very happy with.

Posted: September 9, 2013

My kids are loving this school and their teachers are amazing. A huge difference over the crowded public schools!

Posted: September 2, 2013

Desoto County Academy in 1 word = Awesome! They provide a great Christian education for all ages.

Posted: August 29, 2013

This is a great school and my kids are loving it again this year. Thanks DCA!

Posted: August 29, 2013

This school has really grown and now there are over 165 students! They are using new Abeka curriculum that is Christian faith based. Great student to teacher ratio. Archery is starting this fall with other sports to follow. My son loves this school! 6th grade parent.

Posted: August 15, 2013

My child just started preschool at DAC. So far, he loves it. I have been pleased thus far as well. The first day he came home, he said, "That was Awesome!" I don't have to put up a fight in the mornings. He is ready to go. He actually practices the work that he performed at school at night without me initiating it. I look forward to the years to come.

Posted: August 2, 2012

My daughter went here for 2 years (6th and 7th grades). Sixth grade was great. Great teacher, great principal that kept order and respect. Seventh grade was horrible. Teacher didn't complete the books (75% of math) and was also the new principal, which is too many roles for one person. When the board was approached they were very defensive with regard to problems and an attempt to solve same. Will NOT be back.