School History
 
In 1998, three home school families decided to pool their ideas, resources and talents to birth an academically challenging, biblically-based classical school which honored the primary role of parents in the education of their children. They started the first year in 1999 of what was then called Flower Mound Classical Christian School with 57 students in grades 6 through 12.
 
In 2002, the school changed its name to Coram Deo Academy which means “…in the presence of God.” That same year, the grades were expanded to K-12. Over the next 4 years, Coram Deo Academy opened two additional campuses in the DFW Metroplex becoming the first fully accredited classical school District in the North Texas metropolitan area.

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  • One school, multiple campuses

    Coram Deo Academy is one school with multiple campuses in the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex. Our locations in Plano (Collin County), Dallas, and Flower Mound serve more than 930 Christian families. We have one mission and the same vision. The curriculum and academic standards are the same for each campus.
  • Faith matters

    90% of the Class of 2025 volunteered at their church while 51% went on a mission trip during their rhetoric (high school) years.
  • Interdenominational student body

    The families of Coram Deo Academy must adhere to the Christian faith. We worship in over 200 local churches.
  • Total enrollment of over 1700 students (district)

    1,770 students started the 2025-2026 school year at our three campuses:
    • Collin County –  614 students in grades PreK-12
    • Dallas –  482 students in grades PreK-12
    • Flower Mound –  674 students in grades PreK-12
  • Small class sizes

    The average class size at Coram Deo Academy is 14 students. Coupled with our collaborative approach, our students get a lot of individual attention!
  • Above average test scores

    Students at CDA outpace the national and state averages for college admissions tests. Our 3-year average (class of 2022-2025)  for ACT was a composite score of 26.6 while the SAT average was 1227.
  • $13,035,506 in scholarships was offered to the Class of 2025

    The class of 2025 had 97 graduates including 2 National Merit Finalists, 5 National Merit Commended. Thirty Two students were offered scholarships of at least $100,000 with 31 students offered Presidential or Provost Scholarships. This class was offered over $13,035,506 in scholarships.
  • Exceptional pass rate for AP Exams

    CDA offers 10 AP courses with 6 required for graduation. 

    The AP pass rate over the last 5 years for CDA students is 77%.  The average pass rate on AP exams for all Texas students for the same time period is 52%.
  • 9 National Merit Finalists

    Since 2015, CDA has had a total of 9 National Merit Finalists, 2 National Merit Semifinalists, 20 Hispanic Scholars, 1 African American Scholar, 3 Indigenous Scholars, and 38 Commended graduates.
  • Excellence in fine arts

      CDA students shine when it comes to fine arts.  Here are some of our accolades:
      • ART: CDA students regularly participate in the Truth Goodness Beauty Art competition alongside peers from Christian schools across Texas, consistently earning top honors. Students have received numerous medals across all major categories, including multiple first-place finishes and Best of Show awards. At the Visual Art Scholastic Event (VASE) Texas Regional Competition, CDA artists have earned top scores on nearly every entry, with many advancing to the State level. Several CDA artists have also been named finalists for the prestigious ACCS Blakely Prize in both Drawing and Painting. In a meaningful service project, CDA students created custom portraits of Rohingya refugee children through the Memory Project.
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      • BAND: CDA band students regularly qualify for the TPSMEA All-State Band, and many soloists and ensembles advance to State competitions. The Symphonic Band has earned the coveted Sweepstakes Award multiple years in a row at the TPSMEA Concert and Sight Reading Contest.
      • CHOIR: Choir students from the Flower Mound and Collin County campuses continue to excel, earning an impressive number of first division medals at Solo and Ensemble Contests. CDA choirs consistently receive top ratings at competitions, with several students earning placement in the TPSMEA All-Region and All-State Choirs.
      • THEATRE: The CDA One-Act Play has been a consistent state contender, placing in the top ranks multiple times. Cast and crew members have earned individual recognitions, including All-Star Cast, Honorable Mention, and Best Actress. CDA Theatre also stages full-scale musical productions every other year.
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      • SPEECH & DEBATE: The CDA’s Speech & Debate team is highly competitive at the regional, state, and national levels, participating in the Texas Forensic League, TAPPS, the National Speech and Debate Association, and more. Students have earned top placements across various speaking and debate events, including Congressional Debate, Lincoln-Douglas Debate, Original Oratory, and Prose Reading. CDA students frequently reach final rounds and have earned membership in the National Speech and Debate Association Honor Society.
      • YEARBOOK: CDA’s yearbook program has received national recognition, with its work being featured in industry publications that highlight the best student journalism and design from schools around the country.
    • Accomplished student athletes

      Coram Deo Academy is proud to recognize student-athletes who exemplify excellence both in the classroom and on the field. 

      Coram Deo Academy has seen incredible success in both academics and athletics. In the past, 23 upperclassmen were honored with TAPPS Academic All-State Awards, recognizing their commitment to excellence in the classroom and in competition.
      Athletically, all eight of CDA’s team sports advanced to the TAPPS State Playoffs, with each team finishing in the top three in district play. Highlights from past performances include:
      • District Championships were claimed by the Volleyball and Boys Track teams
      • CDA teams earned six playoff game victories
      • Volleyball, Girls Soccer, and Football were crowned TAPPS Area Champions
      • The Football team advanced to the State Semifinals
      • Boys Cross Country secured a 3rd Place finish at the TAPPS State Meet
      Individual athletic honors also poured in, with student-athletes recognized at both the state and district levels:
      State-Level Awards:
      • 2 First Team All-State selections
      • 2 Second Team All-State selections
      • 5 Honorable Mention All-State awards
      District-Level Awards:
      • 21 First Team All-District honors
      • 20 Second Team All-District honors
      • 11 Honorable Mention All-District honors
      Special individual awards included:
      • District Most Valuable Player – Volleyball
      • District Offensive Player of the Year – Football
      • District Defensive Player of the Year – Football
      • District Freshman of the Year – Football
      • District Newcomer of the Year – Boys Soccer
      These honors reflect the hard work, dedication, and well-rounded excellence that define CDA’s student-athletes.

    Administration

    For additional information contact:
    972.691.5648