Merritt Island Christian School
Private Day School – Merritt Island , Florida
The high school program at Merritt Island Christian School (MICS) concentrates on a core
curriculum with a traditional college preparatory course of study. Students take courses at levels
appropriate to their abilities. Honors level, Advanced Placement (AP) and Dual Enrollment (DE)
courses are included in the curriculum. DE courses are taught in partnership with Palm Beach
Atlantic University. MICS offers four diploma tracks: College Preparatory Diploma, Honors
Diploma, Fine Arts Diploma, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)
Diploma. The advanced curriculum across every department is comprehensive and encourages
the development and application of Christian character. Our curriculum is enhanced by a degreed
faculty who hold both teaching certifications from the State of Florida and ACSI (American
Christian Schools International.) MICS is accredited by SACS CASI and ACSI.
Community Information
Merritt Island is centrally located in Brevard County's "Space Coast." It's location offers easy
access to Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach, Kennedy Space Center, Rockledge, Titusville, and Viera
areas. Merritt Island is within a short commuting distance of Orlando where students will find all the
Orlando attractions such as Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World. With all the
cultural surroundings, theme parks, beautiful beaches, and wonderful climate, Merritt Island is a
wonderful community in a great location.
Location
Fifty minutes southeast of Orlando.
Area population: 36,000
Dates
Estimated Start Date: Mid-August
Estimated End Date: Mid-May
Honors Courses:
English, Math, Social Studies, Science, Spanish, STEM, Vocal Ensemble
Special Programs:
Dual Enrollment courses for 2014-2015 are English Composition1, English Composition 2, General
Psychology, Life Span Development, Human Development and Learning, Survey of
Exceptionalities
STEM Program- Students may take Engineering 1, Engineering 2, Engineering 3, Aerospace
Technologies, and Aeronautics
School Facts
Student Population
Co-Educational
Number of Students
125 (4% international)
Grades
9-12
Teacher Student Ratio
1:17
ESL Programs
Yes
IB Programs
No
Offer Diploma
Yes
School Uniform
Yes
Campus Size
14 Acres
Religious Affiliation
Christian
SAT Average
1488
Foreign Languages
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Spanish
Arts
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2D Art
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3D Art
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Art I
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Concert Choir
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Drama
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Drawing and Painting
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Honors Vocal Ensemble
Photography
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Private Piano
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Private Voice
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Sculpture
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Yearbook
AP Courses
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Calculus
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Studio Art
Sports
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Bowling
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Cheerleading
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Football
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Golf
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Soccer
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Softball
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Tennis
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Volleyball
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs
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Fellowship of Christian Athletes
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National Art Honor Society
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National Honors Society
Student Government
Partial List of College and University Acceptances
Auburn University, Palm Beach Atlantic University, Baylor University, Bethany College, Rensselaer
Polytechnic Institute, Brevard Community College, Samford University, Savannah College of Art and
Design, Bryant University, Carson Newman College, Southeastern University, Texas Community
College, Clearwater Christian College, Clemson University, Union University, Embry Riddle University,
University of Alaska, University of Central Florida, University of Central Florida Burnett, Florida Atlantic
University, Honors College, Florida International University, University of Arizona, University of Florida,
Florida State University, Florida Southern University, University of Illinois, University of Kentucky,
Gradner-Webb University, University of Minnesota, University of Mississippi, Harvard University,
University of North Florida, University of South Florida, Johnson Bible College, United States Air Force
Academy, United States Military Academy at West Point, Liberty University, Mississippi College, United
States Naval Academy Prep School, Nova Southeastern University, Wheaton College, Yale University
SAT Breakdown:
Section
Average
Mathematics
506
Verbal
505
Writing
477
University Acceptance Rate:
100%
Closest International and Local Airports: Orlando International Airport (MCO)
For Details Visit Website: Merritt Island Christian School