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Dallas Center Christian School

23209 Quinlan Ave
Dallas Center, IA 50063

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Tel: (515) 992-3856

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The mission of Dallas Christian School is to provide an excellent education in a Christ-centered environment.

Dallas Christian School had its beginnings in 1957 when members of the churches of Christ decided to establish a learning institution that would offer education of the highest quality.

The goal was to provide a school that would train students academically, physically, and spiritually.

Since the school's inception, Bible classes and chapel services have been offered each day to help in the moral development of the students.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 1-12
Enrollment: 26 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Dallas Center Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) or (School of Tomorrow)

Religious Affiliation

Brethren

Grades Offered

Grades 1-12

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

26 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

27%

State avg.: 16%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

The mission of Dallas Christian School is to provide an excellent education in a Christ-centered environment. Dallas Christian School had its beginnings in 1957 when members of the churches of Christ decided to establish a learning institution that would offer education of the highest quality. The goal was to provide a school that would train students academically, physically, and spiritually. Since the school's inception, Bible classes and chapel services have been offered each day to help in the moral development of the students.

Source: Verified school update

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Dallas Center Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Patrick School by visitors of our site.

When is the application deadline for Dallas Center Christian School?

The application deadline for Dallas Center Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 1-12
Enrollment: 26 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Iowa is $8,981 for elementary schools and $11,290 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Iowa is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).