God has established Prestonwood Christian Academy for the purpose of impacting lives for eternity through biblically-based and Christ-centered education. This vision and mission statement articulates the purpose behind the school’s existence. When coupled with seven core values and a series of operating principles, this mission statement provides Prestonwood Christian Academy with an operating constitution that guides all of its policies, procedures, and practices.

Prestonwood Christian Academy has been recognized as one of the outstanding Christian schools in the United States. With almost 1,500 students enrolled in the Pre-K through 12th grade, Prestonwood Christian Academy is one of the fastest growing Christian schools in the nation.

Prestonwood Christian Academy is located in Plano, Texas, a suburb of Dallas. The City of Plano has earned a national reputation as one of the best places in the country for employers to do business and for families to live and work. Plano is located 20 miles north of downtown Dallas and is the largest city in Collin County with a January 1, 2001 estimated population of 236,539.

Prestonwood Christian Academy is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and is a ministry of Prestonwood Baptist Church.



School Hours

Lower School (Grades PK-K) – 8:15 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Lower School (Grades 1-4) – 8:15 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Middle School (Grades 5-8) – 8:00 a.m. – 3:20 p.m.
Upper School (Grades 9-12) – 7:45 a.m. – 3:20 p.m.

Student-Teacher Ratio

Lower School (Grades PK-4) – 1:10
Middle School (Grades 5-8) – 1:16
Upper School (Grades 9-12) – 1:18

Inclement Weather Information

It may be necessary to close or delay the start of school because of ice, snow or other inclement weather. Additionally, school may need to dismiss early due to inclement weather. It is important that you tune in to a local radio or TV station when there is a question regarding inclement weather or dangerous road conditions. We will update the PCA website and notify most major area radio and televisions of any delays, closures or early dismissals. It is, however, the decision and responsibility of the area radio and television stations to air such notices.

We will also amend our voice-mail announcement on our main phone number, which is 972-820-5300. This amended voice-mail announcement would include any up-to-date information on delays, closures or early dismissals. Closings and delays may also be posted on our website.