Birchwood Christian School

At Birchwood Christian School, our mission is to ensure that your child will encounter a Christ-centered worldview through intentional Biblical integration into all areas, enabling students to grow in relationships, academic excellence, faith, and character.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked AK School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 285 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,000
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Birchwood Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alaska for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
From learners to leaders.

Student Body

Total Students
285 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Birchwood Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
2 courses
Advanced Courses
AP English, AP Histroy
Average SAT score
1200
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Modest

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
There is a multi-child discount available.
% on Financial Aid
10%
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Robin Reich
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Student Government

Arts and Music Programs:
Choir
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Birchwood Christian School cost?
Birchwood Christian School's tuition is approximately $8,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Birchwood Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Birchwood Christian School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 90%. Birchwood Christian School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Alaska with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Birchwood Christian School offer?
Birchwood Christian School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Birchwood Christian School's ranking?
Birchwood Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alaska for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Birchwood Christian School?
The application deadline for Birchwood Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked AK School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 285 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,000
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Anchorage Municipality, AK is $9,268 for elementary schools and $8,457 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Anchorage Municipality, AK is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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