Harvest Christian Academy vs. Westminster Christian School

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School Overview

School

Harvest Christian Academy

(2)

1000 N Randall Rd
Elgin, IL 60123

Combined school

Westminster Christian School

(6)

2700 W Highland Avenue
Elgin, IL 60124

Combined school

Top Rankings

Harvest Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

Category

Attribute

Student Body

Largest student body

Overview

The mission of Harvest Christian Academy is to glorify God through the fulfillment of the Great Commission.

HCA is a ministry of Harvest Bible Chapel; one church on multiple campuses in the Chicagoland area.

Our school is located at the Elgin Campus. Watch this~ We are Lions

Westminster Christian School has been providing a Biblical world-view based education to the students and families of Chicago`s Northwest suburbs since 1978. Located in Elgin, IL, Westminster Christian School offers outstanding academics, fine arts, and athletics. Classes are available from preschool through 12th grade. Westminster is ACSI and COGNIA accredited, and ISBE recognized. Resource services and financial assistance are available. The student/teacher ratio is 13:1. We offer award-winning visual and performing fine arts, and quality IHSA sanctioned athletic programs in grades 5-12. Westminister Christian School is so much more than a school. Westminster's mission is to provide a Christ-centered education that develops faith-rooted and life-ready students. Visit our website or call Westminster Christian School to learn more.

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Presbyterian

Grades Offered

PK-12

Blue Ribbon School

Offers Post-Graduate Year

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia

Dyslexia, learning disabilities (mild to moderate), ADHD, PDD/NOS, Mild Autism, Aspergers Syndrome and Vision and Hearing impaired

Year Founded

2004

1978

County

Kane, IL

Students Body

Total Students

543 students

314 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

18%

Students by Grade

Harvest Christian Academy Student By Grade

Westminster Christian School Student By Grade

Students by Grade

Nursery Students

Pre-K Students

Kindergarten Students

Grade 1 Students

Grade 2 Students

Grade 3 Students

Grade 4 Students

Grade 5 Students

Grade 6 Students

Grade 7 Students

Grade 8 Students

Grade 9 Students

Grade 10 Students

Grade 11 Students

Grade 12 Students

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

38 teachers

30 teachers

% Faculty with Advance Degree

33%

Average Class Size

Number of AP Classes

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

10:1

List of Courses Offered

Courses Link

n/a

Average SAT score

1110

n/a

Average ACT score

Matric. DataMatriculation Data

Matriculation Link

n/a

Classroom Dress Code

Casual
(K-5, Middle School, High School have different stipulations. See harvestchristianacademy.org/dresscode.)

Casual
(Modest and appropriate)

Finances and Admission

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Cost

$13,330

$13,125

Tuition Notes

see harvestchristianacademy.org/tuition for current rates

Preschool A: $1,950 PreK A (half day): $2,450, PreK B (full day): $4,450 Kindergarten (half day): $6,250, Kindergarten (full day): $8,950 Elementary Tuition, Grade 1: $9,950 Grade 2: $9,950, Grade 3: $10,225, Grade 4: $10,225 Grade 5: $11,000, Grade 6: $11,000, Grade 7: $11,725, Grade 8: $11,725 High School Tuition: $13,125

% on Financial Aid

12%

40%

Acceptance Rate

100%

95%

Admissions Director

Kristy Weidman

Beth Lindberg

Admissions Associate

Lauryn Miller

Kim Dunkin