New Horizon Christian School in Centralia, IL serves 125 students in grades K–8 within a town–based community setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average class size of 12, supported by 10 teachers.
It offers 15 Advanced Placement (AP) courses, ranking among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for AP course availability.
The student body is 100% students of color, placing the school in the highest percentile for diversity among Illinois private schools.
New Horizon Christian School follows a casual dress code and operates as a Christian–affiliated K–8 private school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IL School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
New Horizon Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
125 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 34%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
no writing or pictures on shirts
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Scholar Bowl
School Notes
- School Motto: New Horizon Christian School teaches the Christian disciplines of Bible study, scripture memorization, prayer, worship, as well as academic excellence for the purpose of training up Godly young men and women to be leaders in our churches and communities.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are New Horizon Christian School often compared to?
New Horizon Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Mary School by visitors of our site.
What sports does New Horizon Christian School offer?
New Horizon Christian School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is New Horizon Christian School's ranking?
New Horizon Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Highest percentage of students of color and Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for New Horizon Christian School?
The application deadline for New Horizon Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to New Horizon Christian School is Christ Our Rock Lutheran High School (6.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Mary School (3.2 miles away)
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St. Mary School![St. Mary School Photo]( "St. Mary School Photo")
(Catholic)
424 E. Broadway
Centralia, IL 62801
(618) 532-3473
Centralia, IL 62801
(618) 532-3473
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 114 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
St. Theresa Of Avila
(Catholic)
190 N Ohio Ave
Salem, IL 62881
(618) 548-3492
Salem, IL 62881
(618) 548-3492
14.4 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 53 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 2
Vandalia Christian Academy
(Baptist)
201 S 6th St
Vandalia, IL 62471
(618) 283-9901
Vandalia, IL 62471
(618) 283-9901
33.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 70 students
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