Northwest Christian School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked WA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 165 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,250
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Northwest Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Seventh Day Adventist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Northwest Christian School
Pre-K	25
Kind	20
1	22
2	15
3	15
4	22
5	9
6	15
7	12
8	10

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Pre-K has the most students at 25, higher than every other grade and more than twice Grade 5's 9.

Year Founded

1955

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School Motto

Educating for Today, Training for Eternity

Student Body

Total Students

165 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

36%

State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Khaki/navy/black pants &collared shirt

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Private Schools (NAPS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,250

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Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Mission Statement Northwest Christian School – educating for today, training for eternity by seeing and treating each child as God’s gift by showing each child the keys to a personal friendship with Jesus Christ.
by preparing individuals mentally, physically, and spiritually for a place in His service today and tomorrow.
by challenging individuals and groups to academic excellence and a life long habit of learning. We are a preschool through grade eight school located in Puyallup, WA., for over 50 years (previously know as Nelson-Crane).
We accept students of all faiths who want an advanced academic program in a setting that exemplifies and promotes a Christian life-style.
Our certified teachers and support staff are committed to providing quality education in a Christ-filled environment.
Our school is part of the world-wide Seventh-day Adventist school network. The Adventist educational system includes elementary schools, high schools, colleges, and universities in countries around the globe. .

Mission Statement Northwest Christian School – educating for today, training for eternity by seeing and treating each child as God’s gift by showing each child the keys to a personal friendship with Jesus Christ.
by preparing individuals mentally, physically, and spiritually for a place in His service today and tomorrow.
by challenging individuals and groups to academic excellence and a life long habit of learning. We are a preschool through grade eight school located in Puyallup, WA., for over 50 years (previously know as Nelson-Crane).
We accept students of all faiths who want an advanced academic program in a setting that exemplifies and promotes a Christian life-style.
Our certified teachers and support staff are committed to providing quality education in a Christ-filled environment.
Our school is part of the world-wide Seventh-day Adventist school network. The Adventist educational system includes elementary schools, high schools, colleges, and universities in countries around the globe.
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Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Northwest Christian School cost?

Northwest Christian School's tuition is approximately $9,250 for private students.

What is Northwest Christian School's ranking?

Northwest Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Northwest Christian School?

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

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The average private school tuition in Pierce County, WA is $12,430 for elementary schools and $16,241 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Pierce County, WA is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).