North Idaho Christian School (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 181 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,100
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 23 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Type

Alternative School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

Religious Affiliation

Other

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	North Idaho Christian School
Kind	12
1	12
2	20
3	12
4	17
5	20
6	15
7	15
8	15
9	15
10	12
11	10
12	6

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia/Language-based/Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1981

School Calendar

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First Day of School

Tue. Sep 8, 2026

Last Day of School

Thu. Jun 10, 2027

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2019

Student Body

Total Students

181 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 15%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

18 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

20%

Average Class Size

23 students

Number of AP Courses

5 courses

Advanced Courses

Dual EnrollmentIDLA

Average SAT score

1210

(Out of 1600)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tan, black, or navy chino style pants, polos; girls may also wear skirts or dresses

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,100

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Tuition Notes

Families pay between $6100 and $7100 for a full year of tuition.

% on Financial Aid

20%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$2,500

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Emily Kropko

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

SoccerVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Coding ClubSkate Club

The Good News Club

Arts and Music Programs:

MusicWorship Team

School Notes

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 45 years NICS disciples students in grades kindergarten through twelve.
There are 170 students enrolled, served by a staff of over 20 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.

School Mascot: Lion

North Idaho Christian School offers a fully accredited, Christ-centered curriculum (grades K-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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How much does North Idaho Christian School cost?

North Idaho Christian School's tuition is approximately $7,100 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of North Idaho Christian School?

The acceptance rate of North Idaho Christian School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.

What sports does North Idaho Christian School offer?

North Idaho Christian School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.

When is the application deadline for North Idaho Christian School?

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

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The average private school tuition in Kootenai County, ID is $5,584 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Kootenai County, ID is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).