Academics
Serving Preschool to 12th Grade
Diplomas Offered
Students who complete our College Preparatory and Advanced College Preparatory Diploma Tracts traditionally score higher on PSAT, ACT, and SAT tests and are better prepared for college than students graduating with a General Diploma.
1. General Diploma
Requires 23 Credits for graduation
2. College Prep Diploma
Requires 25+ credits for graduation
3. Advanced College Prep
Requires 25+ credits for graduation
Grading Scales
- A = 100-90
- B = 89-80%
- C = 79-70%
- D = 69-60%
- F = 59% and below
How do we rate?
Our ACT averages are 26.2, well above the state (18.6) and national averages (20.3).
Our Kindergarten – 8th grade students test an average of 2 years above national grade levels.
We are one of a handful of 1:1 Technology schools in the world using Microsoft Surfaces and software to encourage technology education in 5-12th grades. Awarded “Microsoft Showcase School” designation in 2015.
CCA students have been recognized as National Merit Finalists, Semi-Finalists, and Governors Scholars for their performance on PSAT, ACT and SAT tests.
School Courses
Elementary Courses
| SUBJECT | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| Reading | Basic phonics and independent study skills |
| Language | Traditional Grammar |
| Mathematics | Traditional math and problem solving |
| History/Social Studies | US and World History |
| Science | Study of the world as created by God and basic scientific principles |
| Bible | Focusing on God’s gifts, character development and daily application in life |
| Art & Music | Weekly study and skill development |
| PE & Health | JTeam sports and fitness |
| Computer | Keyboarding and software application |
| Foreign Language | Spanish Classes |
Secondary Courses
| SUBJECT | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| English | College preparatory grades 8 – 12 |
| History | Geography, Civics, U.S. History, Art History, American and World History |
| Mathematics | Consumer Math, Geometry, Pre-Algebga, Algebra I/II, Advanced Math, Pre-Calculus, Calculus |
| Computer | Keyboarding and Microsoft Office |
| Science | Physical Science, Earth Science, Biology, Anatomy, Chemistry, Physics, Creation Science |
| Bible | Four year study of the Old and New Testament, Christian Living |
| Art | Art I/II |
| PE & Health | Team Sports and Fitness |
| Foreign Language | Spanish I/II |
| Miscellaneous | Applied Finances, Music Theory, Psychology, Speech |
| Electives | Accounting, Biblical Finance, Creative Ministries, Piano, Praise Team, and others |
Proven Curriculum for Children from preschool to 12th Grade!
Cornerstone subscribes to instruction programs like ABEKA and BOB JONES University. These programs feature engaging textbooks and lesson plans based on a traditional approach.