North Idaho Christian School
Tel:
(208) 772-7546
- North Idaho Christian School exists to challenge and inspire individuals to impact the world by growing in Christ-like character through academic excellence rooted in Biblical truth.
- For over 30 years NICS disciples students in grades one through twelve.
- There are 200 students enrolled, served by a staff of over 30 born-again Christians who love their Lord and the children they serve.
- NICS is a non-denominational school drawing its students from over 30 local churches.
- Our primary mission is to train up Christian leaders, young people of integrity, who will serve God and man in whatever setting God places them as young adults.
- NICS offers its students daily Bible class, weekly chapels, spiritual retreats, and ministry-oriented community service.
- Our Christian teachers and staff members are the students "living curriculum", setting a Christ-like example for the students with humility and dependency on the Lord for daily success in life.
- North Idaho Christian School partners with parents to create a Biblically-centered learning environment. We endeavor to inspire and empower students by providing challenging academic instruction, critical thinking, and lifelong learning skills, with opportunities for servant leadership--all within the context of Biblical truth.
Quick Stats (2020-21)
- Grades: 1-12
- Students: 213 students
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 23 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
North Idaho Christian School places among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for:
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- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) |
| Religious Affiliation | Christian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 1-12 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Dyslexia/Language-based/Mild Learning Differences |
| Year Founded | 1981 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 213 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 1% State avg.: 13% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 32 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 20% |
| Average Class Size | 23 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 5 courses |
| Advanced Courses | Dual Enrollment, IDLA |
| Average SAT score | 1210 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (Tan or navy chino style pants, polos; girls may also wear skirts or dresses) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | Families pay between $2057 and $5114 for a full year of tuition. |
| % on Financial Aid | 15% |
| Acceptance Rate | 90% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Paulette O'Neal |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 3 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Soccer, VolleyballBasketball, Soccer, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 3 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Coding Club, Lego League Arts and Music Programs: Music |
School Notes
- North Idaho Christian School offers a fully accredited, Christ-centered curriculum (grades 1-12) within a small class size environment. Our loving faculty and staff partner with families to empower disciples of Jesus Christ.
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