Whittier Christian High School
School Notes Overview:
The school is co-educational and has a current enrollment of approximately 720 students in grades 9-12. Whittier Christian High School equips young people academically, spiritually, socially and athletically to reach their full potential in Christ. Whittier Christian High School offers a lifelong advantage by integrating biblical truths into every aspect of student life. An atmosphere of high expectation and support for the students maximizes their high school experience in a distinctively Christian school. Academically, students can tailor their individual course of study to meet their specific scholastic goals while simultaneously participating in a wide variety of extracurricular activities. ...
School Overview:
Whittier Christian High School |
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| School Membership(s) |
Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) Western States Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) |
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| Religious Affiliation | Christian (no specific denomination) | ||
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | ||
| Programs for Learning Differences | Yes | ||
| Learning Differences Supported | Mild Learning Differences | ||
| Year Founded | 1959 | ||
| County | Orange County, CA | ||
| Student Body | |||
| Total Students | 717 students | ||
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | ||
This School |
(CA) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 41% | 41% | |
| Students by Grade | |||
| Grade 9 - 188 students | |||
| Grade 10 - 189 students | |||
| Grade 11 - 185 students | |||
| Grade 12 - 155 students | |||
| Academics and Faculty | |||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 53 teachers | ||
| % Faculty with Advance Degree | 43% | ||
| Average Class Size | 22 | ||
| Number of AP Courses | 6 | ||
Advanced Courses |
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| Biology; Chemistry; English Literature;English Language; U.S. Government; Studio Art | |||
| Average SAT score | 1572 | ||
| Classroom dress code | Casual (Modest but comfortable) |
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This School |
(CA) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:15 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 | |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 180 days | |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 6 hours | |
| Finances and Admission | |||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | ||
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $8,800 | ||
| Tuition Notes | Tuition may be paid monthly. Discounts are given for paying by the semester or yearly. Financial aid available. | ||
| % on Financial Aid | 30% | ||
| Acceptance Rate | 80% | ||
| Head of School | Mr. Bob Brown | ||
| Admissions Director | Steve Benke | ||
| Admissions Associate | Debbie Larson | ||
| Sport | |||
| Total Sports Offered | 13 | ||
Sports |
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| Baseball | Basketball | ||
| Cheering | Cross Country | ||
| Dance | Drill Team | ||
| Football | Soccer | ||
| Softball | Tennis | ||
| Track and Field | Volley Ball | ||
| Wrestling | |||
| Extracurricular | |||
| Total Extracurricular Organizations | 1 | ||
Extracurriculars |
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| National Honor Society; California Scholastic Federation; Student Government; Service and Missions Opportunities | |||
School Notes:
- The school is co-educational and has a current enrollment of approximately 720 students in grades 9-12. Whittier Christian High School equips young people academically, spiritually, socially and athletically to reach their full potential in Christ. Whittier Christian High School offers a lifelong advantage by integrating biblical truths into every aspect of student life. An atmosphere of high expectation and support for the students maximizes their high school experience in a distinctively Christian school. Academically, students can tailor their individual course of study to meet their specific scholastic goals while simultaneously participating in a wide variety of extracurricular activities.
- Profile last updated: 01/15/2009
In the News:
- Brea Olinda crowns its Homecoming queen (Brea & La Habra Star Progress)
posted on November 19, 2009 at 03:16:19 pm
Brea Kaylee Dysart was crowned Brea Olinda High's Homecoming queen Friday night. Kaylee, who was a freshman princess, said she was overwhelmed and shocked when she heard her named announced now as a senior. The new queen loves to sing and perform.... - PREP FOOTBALL: Fulbright gets chance to shine for Heralds (Whittier Daily News)
posted on October 15, 2009 at 06:25:35 am
Two keys to a successful life: Listen when opportunity knocks and take full advantage of it. A good example: Garrett Fulbright. A year ago, Fulbright played strong safety for Whittier Christian High School's football team. - No trial in 2008 killing of La Habra woman (Whittier Daily News)
posted on October 11, 2009 at 12:26:56 am
WHITTIER - Deborah McKenzie of Whittier and her older sister, Jackie Endemano of La Habra, went to Hugo, Okla. last spring to check up on their mother and spend some family time. What was supposed to be a visit turned into a family tragedy when their stepfather, Coy Lee Tate, shot both women on May 1, 2008 during a dispute.| With Gallery - Team effort propels Heralds to victory (Whittier Daily News)
posted on September 30, 2009 at 05:39:11 am
LA HABRA - What makes the Whittier Christian High School girls volleyball team so dangerous isn't its talent but depth of talent. - Downey resident earns full scholarship to CSULB (The Downey Patriot)
posted on September 4, 2009 at 07:09:45 am
DOWNEY – Jon Tryby, of Downey, has begun his collegiate career as a member of the 15th incoming class of President’s Scholars at Cal State Long Beach.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (90631) | School Zip (90631) |
(CA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 67,353 people | 33,864,644 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 29% | 32% |
| Population Average Age | 32 years old | 33 years old |
| Average Household size | 3.1 persons | 2.8 persons |
| Median Household Income | $50,666 | $51,306 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 4.9 rooms | 4.8 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 44 years old | 41 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (90631) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 61% / 39% | 55% / 45% |
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Nearby Schools:
- Heights Christian Junior High School - 248 students - 0.6 mi. away - view location
- St. Paul High School - 690 students - 4.9 mi. away - view location
- Rosary High School - 688 students - 5.3 mi. away - view location
- Whittier Christian Jr High School - 126 students - 5.3 mi. away - view location
- Oxford School - 60 students - 5.5 mi. away - view location
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