Peoria Christian School
Tel:
(309)686-4500
- Peoria Christian School is premier Christian school serving the greater Peoria, Illinois, area for over 65 years.
- Our strong, supportive Christian values, excellent teachers, engaging academics, fine arts, IESA and IHSA sports and more make Peoria Christian School an excellent choice for Christian families in this area.
- Call to schedule a personal tour (309) 686-4500 ext. 217.
Quick Stats (2020)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Students: 585 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,000
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Peoria Christian School places among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
- Category Attribute
- Student Body Largest student body
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) AdvancED |
| Religious Affiliation | Christian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-12 |
| Year Founded | 1950 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Cost | $50 |
| Summer Program Cost Notes | Summer sports camps or science camps may be available by the week |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2018 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 585 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 8% State avg.: 30% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 57 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 10:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 35% |
| Average Class Size | 17 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 7 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science, AP English, AP Spanish, AP US History, Honors and Dual Credit also available |
| Average ACT score | 25 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (School logo tops) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $7,000 |
| Tuition Notes | tuition varies by grade level see website for updated tuition rates, financial aid applications available |
| % on Financial Aid | 20% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $2,000 |
| Acceptance Rate | 98% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Karen Hutchins |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 11 sports |
| Sports | Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, VolleyballBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 13 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Business Plan Team, Chess Club, Key Club, Model UN, Overseas Mission Teams, Photography Club, Reading Club, Scholastic Bowl, Speech Team, Student Council, Student Outreach, Tech Team Arts and Music Programs: Drama Team |
School Notes
- 96% of PCS graduates go on to college.
- 2017 ACT composite score for PCS was 25.8 (National average was 21.4; State average was 21.0)
- Blue Ribbon Award 2017 and 2009
- IHSA and IESA sports
- Band, Choir, Drama, Art, Photography Club and so much more.
- Mission Trips
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School Reviews
| 5 Excellent school. Wide range of sports, drama, band, choral programs, art, great options. Grounded in the Bible, Blue Ribbon school, ACT Red Quill Award, three campuses - awesome! - Posted by Parent - kalyh |
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