CENTRALIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL has been serving Lewis County by offering quality, Christian education since 1979. We are an independent private school (PK-10) and invite inquiries and visits to our campus at 1315 S. Tower Avenue in Centralia!.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked WA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,085
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Centralia Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-10
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1979
Campus Size
5
Student Body
Total Students
256 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Our dress code is modest and God glorifying.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Our half-day programs run at different tuitions:
3-Day, Half-Day PreK = $2,439
5-Day, Half-Day PreK = $3,044
Admissions Director
Cara Radtke
Admissions Associate
Cara Radtke
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Knowledge (Quiz) Bowl
Club or Organization:
Chess Club
Club or Organization:
Chess Club
School Notes
- CCS follows an application and assessment procedure to determine the most appropriate grade level(s) for student(s) to ensure their academic, social-emotional and spiritual success. Family interviews for all new PK-10 families are part of that process. Please contact us by phone, mail, email, or visit our website or drop by our building for a personal visit. We'd love to get to know you. Thank you!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Centralia Christian School cost?
Centralia Christian School's tuition is approximately $6,085 for private students.
What schools are Centralia Christian School often compared to?
Centralia Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Lewis County Adventist School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Centralia Christian School offer?
Centralia Christian School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country and Volleyball.
What is Centralia Christian School's ranking?
Centralia Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Centralia Christian School?
The application deadline for Centralia Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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