• ACSI Accredited/ISBE Recognized
• Resource services available
• 13:1 student/teacher ratio
• Financial assistance available
• Award-winning fine arts - visual and performing
• Quality IHSA sanctioned athletic programs (5th–12th grade)
Westminister Christian School is so much more than a school. WCS inspires students in a grace-filled learning community to:
Discover God and His creation
Develop their unique gifts and abilities
Display Christ confidently in their lives
Visit our website or call Westminster Christian School to learn more.
School Overview: |
Westminster Christian School
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| School Membership(s) | Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) | |
| Religious Affiliation | Presbyterian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 12 | |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes | |
| Learning Programs Supported | Dyslexia, learning disabilities (mild to moderate), ADHD, PDD/NOS, Mild Autism, Aspergers Syndrome and Vision and Hearing impaired | |
| Year Founded | 1978 | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 457 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
| % Students of Color | 14% (IL School Avg.: 30%) | |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 35 teachers | |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 14:1 (National school avg.: 13:1) | |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 33% | |
| Average Class Size | 20 students | |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
Advanced Courses
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| See Curriculum Guide on our website for a full listing of college/dual credit courses available. | ||
| Average ACT score | 24 | |
| Matriculation Data | Link to Matriculation Data | |
| Classroom dress code | Casual (Modest and appropriate) |
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| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
| Tuition Notes | Preschool: Varies Elementary Tuition: $6790 Middle School Tuition: $7290 High School Tuition: $7590 | |
| % on Financial Aid | 26% | |
| Acceptance Rate | 95% | |
| Admissions Director | Beth Lindberg | |
| Sports | ||
| Total Sports Offered | 11 sports | |
Sports
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| Baseball | Basketball | |
| Bowling | Cheering | |
| Cross Country | Football | |
| Golf | Soccer | |
| Softball | Track and Field | |
| Volleyball | ||
| Extracurriculars | ||
| Total Extracurriculars | 12 extracurriculars | |
Extracurriculars
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| Crossroads (Compassion Ministry) | Future Teachers of America | |
| International Food Club | Mission Trips | |
| National Honor Society | Newspaper | |
| Outdoor Club | Perfoming Arts | |
| Science Olympiad | Student Government | |
| Worship Team/Chapel | Yearbook | |
School Notes:
WCS, a ministry of the Westminster Presbyterian Church, was founded in 1978 and is located on 22 acres at the western edge of Elgin, just west of Randall Road. The instructional programs at WCS are traditional, teacher-directed, Christ-centered, core academic that use materials selected to reach goals and objectives developed by teachers and board committees through proper needs assessments. The program also includes instruction in art, music, computers, and physical education. The instructional program is defined as college preparatory with graduation requirements that exceed state prescriptions.
Profile last updated: 10/05/2012
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posted on June 11, 2012 at 12:26:00 pm
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posted on February 27, 2011 at 09:26:00 pm
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