Who we are

Hope Christian Academy (HCA) is a nonprofit private elementary school opening in Quitman, AR, in the fall of 2026. The school will offer a Conservative Christian curriculum for grades K–3, designed to foster independent learning, creativity, and individuality.

HCA’s purpose is to provide the community with an alternative to traditional public education—one that keeps God’s vision and the family at the center. Rooted in Biblical principles and values, the academy will support children academically, spiritually, ethically, and physically, equipping them with the essential lessons needed to pursue their God-given purpose.

By instilling confidence, resilience, and a strong sense of identity, Hope Christian Academy aims to raise a generation of young adults who are driven, kind, determined, educated, and gracious—helping to heal and strengthen both families and society.

What sets HCA apart?

67% of Christian school graduates maintain their faith into adulthood, contrasting sharply with the trend of many public school students leaving their childhood religion.

The benefits of Christian values in education extend far beyond the school years. Students from Christian schools often report:

  • Stronger moral compass for navigating life's challenges

  • Deeper sense of purpose in their career and personal choices

  • Better preparation for both academic and social aspects of college

  • Lasting relationships built on shared values

  • Leadership skills developed through service opportunities

  • Children deserve a classroom setting where their individuality is able to shine. With a smaller classroom size, HCA will provide more teacher attention, which boosts academic performance, allows for personalized instruction, increases student engagement, builds confidence, and leads to a better long-term outcome. HCA is committed to educating the child wholly-- mind, body and spirit. 

    Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ.” – 1 Corinthians 12:12

  • We are partnering with YOU. 

    Our goal at HCA is to provide a middle ground for parents seeking the benefits of both homeschooling and public schooling. By coming alongside families and giving them the tools to help their children learn, our students will thrive, confidently. HCA will offer a 4 day week; Fridays being off and Monday being a flex day.

    Monday Flex Day:

    Option 1- Keep your child home for the day; daily lessons will be provided for parents to do at home with their child.

    Option 2- Send your child to school for a normal school day.

    ** Tuition does not change regardless of attendance.

    Spending quality time with parents significantly boosts children's confidence, with studies showing strong family bonds linked to higher self-esteem, better emotional regulation, and increased resilience, as seen in a large study where children with strong ties were 49% more likely to flourish, while others find that kids liking to spend time with parents (91-96%) and having supportive parental relationships are key to building confidence and well-being, preventing issues like stress and anxiety. 


  • HCA will begin with a time of worship and prayer everyday. We will confidently proclaim that God’s Word is applicable, alive, and good.

    • Weekly Bible lessons, Monthly themes

    • Wednesday Chapel will be at 8:00 a.m. *parents encouraged to attend.

    • Teaching systematic theology alongside Biblical Theology.

Tuition and Funding

Hope Christian Academy strives to keep costs manageable so families can pursue quality education without financial strain.Thankfully, Arkansas offers a program that provides families with the funding needed for school choice.

Arkansas's Education Freedom Account (EFA) is a state-funded program created by the LEARNS Act, providing families with public education funds (around 90% of per-student funding, roughly $6,800-$7,600) for approved expenses like private school tuition, curriculum, tutoring, technology, uniforms, and homeschooling, aiming to give parents choices beyond traditional public schools, with eligibility expanding to all K-12 students. Funds are managed in an online account (like ClassWallet) for quarterly payments to approved vendors.

Contact us

Interested in learning more about Hope Christian Academy? Contact us today and we will get back to you within 2 business days.