Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 40%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Hillside Bethel Christian School
About the School
- Hillside Bethel Christian School serves 17 students in grades Prekindergarten-10, is a member of the Accelerated Christian Education (ACE) or (School of Tomorrow).
- The student:teacher of Hillside Bethel Christian School is 17:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Pentecostal.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 40%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Hillside Bethel Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-10
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1961
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
17 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
40%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Go therefore and make disciples of all nations
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Hillside Bethel Christian School cost?
Hillside Bethel Christian School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Hillside Bethel Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Hillside Bethel Christian School is 40%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. Hillside Bethel Christian School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Illinois with low acceptance rates.
What is Hillside Bethel Christian School's ranking?
Hillside Bethel Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Hillside Bethel Christian School?
The application deadline for Hillside Bethel Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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