Chicago Christian High School

12001 S Oak Park Ave, Palos Heights, IL, 60463-0604
Tel: (708)388-7650
Grades: 9 - 12 | 365 students
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Chicago Christian High School is part of the Southwest Chicago Christian School Association which provides a high quality K-12 education program in the reformed tradition which emphasizes the lordship of Jesus Christ over all of life. It prepares students spiritually, socially, academically, and physically to serve society effectively and to glorify God by honoring Him in all aspects of life. Chicago Christian offers a wide range of courses and students are encouraged to take advantage of as many of these opportunities as possible. Obtaining a broad base of educational experience is essential in our rapidly changing society; therefore, students are encouraged to select courses from all areas of the curriculum.

School Overview:
Chicago Christian High School
School Membership(s) Christian Schools International (CSI)
North Central Accreditation
Religious Affiliation Calvinist
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded 1918
Student Body
Total Students 365 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 8% (IL School Avg.: 38%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 29 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 13:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 50%
Average Class Size 16 students
Number of AP Courses 7 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Biology AP Calculus AB
AP English Literature & Composition AP History
AP Language & Composition AP Psychology
AP US Government & Politics
Average ACT score 24
Classroom dress code Casual
(Dress Code Policy; modest attire)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Jul. 1
Tuition Notes Please contact Admissions Coordinator for details
Admissions Director Wilma Persenaire
Admissions Associate Connie Brott
Sports
Total Sports Offered 11 sports
Sports
Baseball Basketball
Bowling Cheering
Football Golf
Soccer Softball
Tennis Track and Field
Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 15 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Art Club Chamber Chorale
Drama Fine Arts Festival
Jazz Band Mission Trips
Mock Trial Team National Honor Society
Pep Band Rube Goldberg
Scholastic Bowl Science Club
Student Council WYSE Team
Yearbook

School Notes:

  • Chicago Christian High School is part of the Southwest Chicago Christian School Association which provides a high quality K-12 education program in the reformed tradition which emphasizes the lordship of Jesus Christ over all of life. It prepares students spiritually, socially, academically, and physically to serve society effectively and to glorify God by honoring Him in all aspects of life. Chicago Christian offers a wide range of courses and students are encouraged to take advantage of as many of these opportunities as possible. Obtaining a broad base of educational experience is essential in our rapidly changing society; therefore, students are encouraged to select courses from all areas of the curriculum. CCHS offers IHSA boys and girls sports and many co-curricular opportunities.

    • Profile last updated: 09/21/2012

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