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Our Mission
& Vision
Desert Christian Academy’s mission is to train students to glorify Jesus Christ by growing spiritually, academically, physically, and socially.
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We are a Christ-centered school that is passionate about shaping our students’ foundational journey with the power of the gospel. This desert oasis provides a loving place of innovation and discovery that is governed by grace, and develops disciples who are responsible, productive, deep thinking, steadfast, honorable, sacrificial, and well equipped for a lifetime of Christian service. We are more than Conquerors!
1977
Built on a strong foundation established over 47 years ago by Dave & Julie Fulton.
24
Providing students the individualized care they need, our average class size is 24.
96%
With high academic standards set, over 96% of our graduates attend college.
2025
Desert Sun's Community Choice Award for Best Private School & Best Preschool
Upcoming Events
OCT 12-16
Elementary & Middle School Parent-Teacher Conferences
12pm Early Release
OCT 21
Norman's School Uniforms Pop Up Shop 2-5:30pm at DCA
OCT 25
Cheer on DCA at the 62nd Annual Palm Desert Golf Cart Parade at Noon on El Paseo
OCT 28
DCA's Firebirds Family Fun Night at 7pm
NOV 6
*The full school calendar is located under resources when you login to FACTS Family Portal.
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