Hillside Christian School
Tel:
(319)339-0998
- Hillside is an intentionally small K-8 Christian school which offers a unique and effective 'one-room schoolhouse' type of education in a family atmosphere.
- Individual children's learning styles and rates are naturally accommodated through multi-grade classrooms
- High academic standards are balanced with plenty of time for creative play and exploration so that children can enjoy childhood, not be hurried through it.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Students: 29 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,400
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| Religious Affiliation | Christian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Kindergarten-8 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Mild |
| Year Founded | 1981 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 29 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 20% State avg.: 13% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 4 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $3,400 |
| Tuition Notes | Half day Kindergarten is 8:45 to 12:30, Monday through Friday, $2200 per year. Full day Kindergarten through 8th grade is $3400 per year. Reduced rates for families with 3 or more students. |
| Acceptance Rate | 90% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Hannah Dimond |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 3 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Arts and Music Programs: Art, Vocal Music Recreational Athletic Programs: Pilates Strength and Flexibility Exercise |
School Notes
- Grades Kindergarten through 8th
- Half or full day Kindergarten
- Christ-centered curriculum and environment
- Personalized education
- Annual standardized testing
- Reasonable tuition, $3400/yr 1-8 $2200/yr K
- Multi-grade classrooms
- Hands-on learning
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