Westminster Christian School

6855 Sw 152nd Street, Miami, FL, 33157
Tel: (305)233-2030
Grades: PK - 12 | 1029 students
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Westminster has been serving the Pre-K 3 through 12th grade children of Christian families for over 50 years. Known for its excellence in academics, fine arts and athletics, Westminster delivers a solid college preparatory education from a distinctly Christian perspective. Westminster's diverse students are helped to live lives of responsible action as leaders at school and in the community.  Westminster students enjoy their academic experience and make life-long friends.

School Overview:
Westminster Christian School
Religious Affiliation Christian (no specific denomination)
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 12
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported GRASP Program
Year Founded 1961
Student Body
Total Students 1029 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 120 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 9:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 70%
Average Class Size 15 students
Number of AP Courses 16 courses
Advanced Courses
Studio Art English Language and Composition
Spanish French
Calculus Statistics
Biology Physics
Chemistry Environmental Science
United States Government and Politics United States History
World History
Average SAT score 1100
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $16,000
Tuition Notes Tuition rates range from $10,000 for PreK 3 to $16,700 for High School.
% on Financial Aid 15%
Average Financial Aid Grant $2,700
Acceptance Rate 75%
Admissions Director Lisa North
Sports
Total Sports Offered 13 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Cheering Cross Country
Football Golf
Soccer Softball
Swimming Tennis
Track and Field Volleyball
Wrestling
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 16 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Bible Club Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Foreign Language National Honor Society French Club
Homeless Ministry Key Club
Math Honor Society Math Olympics Team
National Honor Society National Junior Honor Society
Pan Phile Quiz Bowl
SADD Science Club
Student Council Yearbook

School Notes:

    • Westminster's Preschool is developmental in concept and encourages children to learn through teacher-directed exploration. Classes are small and offer a variety of learning opportunities including music, computer training, Spanish and art.
    • Elementary students learn the core subjects with their classroom teachers and their horizons are broadened through support classes in physical education, art, computer usage, Spanish, music, and a fantastic World Wonder science enrichment program. A reading lab and learning disability therapy are available to support the academic program.
    • Westminster's Middle School uses theme-based units taught across all academic subjects and utilizes culminating activities for each unit to reinforce the topic studied. The Middle School offers three levels of instruction in academic subjects including honors level classes and, in some subject areas, smaller classes for students who need extra support. Students are offered a variety of elective courses to help them find their gifts and enjoy new experiences.
    • High School students at Westminster are offered a challenging array of courses preparing them for eventual entrance into higher education. Our graduates are routinely accepted at the country's finest colleges and universities. Students may take College-prep level, Honors level or Advanced Placement level courses to fulfill their course requirements for graduation. High School students are encouraged to give back to the community by earning community-service credits, which are a requirement for graduation.
    • All Westminster students, Preschool through High School, study Bible through age-appropriate curriculum material. Students at each level of the school attend weekly chapels which include music and presentations reinforcing God's Word.
    • Students in Preschool through High School receive training in the visual and performing arts. Westminster considers training in the arts to be an essential part of a well-rounded education.
    • Westminster students elect their own Student Councils in the Elementary, Middle and High Schools to organize events and provide leadership. Many clubs are available for students in Middle and High School including academic honors clubs, special interest clubs and service clubs. Elementary students may participate in an after-school club program that includes academic, sports, crafts and special interest clubs. A school-wide yearbook is published annually and includes all levels of the school, Preschool through High School.

    Profile last updated: 01/17/2013

Nearby Schools:

Westminster Christian School
Gr. PK-12 | 0 mi. away
Palmer Trinity School
Gr. 6-12 | 2.1 mi. away
St Louis Covenant School
Gr. K-9 | 2.2 mi. away
Bet Shira Early Childhood Center
Gr. K | 2.3 mi. away
La Scuola
Gr. K-5 | 2.5 mi. away
American Academy Of Pinecrest
Gr. 10-12 | 2.5 mi. away

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