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 (2021)
- 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) Cognia |
| 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.: 31% |
| 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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