Pikes Peak Christian School vs. Colorado Springs Christian Schools
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Overview
Pikes Peak Christian School (PPCS) is an accredited coeducational private Christian school for children two years old through high school from all walks of life.
PPCS was founded as a ministry by members of the Eastside Church of Christ in 1981 to serve the Colorado Springs area.
Our Mission is to provide a quality, Bible-based education taught by Christian teachers in a safe and compassionate environment.
We strive to identify and develop the academic, social, and spiritual potential of each student in partnership with God and family.
We believe that God is the creator of all things.
We believe that Jesus is the Son of God. We believe God inspires and guides us through His Spirit and His holy word, the Bible.
We believe God created mankind, male and female, in His own image to fulfill His purpose which is to glorify Him.
Further, we believe in the necessity of a strong bond between the Lord`s Church, the Family, and the school in the education of the child.
Colorado Springs Christian Schools in Colorado Springs, CO serves co–ed students in grades K through 12 within a large city community setting.
Established in 1971, the school enrolls 882 students with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average class size of 15.
The school has a Christian orientation and holds memberships with AdvancED, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
Annual tuition is $8,600, with rolling admissions and an acceptance rate of 25%.
Colorado Springs Christian Schools offers 2 AP courses and reports an 85% college acceptance rate; it received a Blue Ribbon recognition in 2010.
Grades Offered
NS-12
K-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
Yes, selected in 2010
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
n/a
Learning Difference Programs
No
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Dyslexia, Mild Learning Difference, ADHD
Year Founded
1981
1971
Students Body
Total Students
373 students
882 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
37%
17%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
136
-
Kindergarten Students
28
59
Grade 1 Students
18
66
Grade 2 Students
15
69
Grade 3 Students
18
74
Grade 4 Students
11
61
Grade 5 Students
36
76
Grade 6 Students
9
82
Grade 7 Students
13
76
Grade 8 Students
36
73
Grade 9 Students
12
65
Grade 10 Students
14
68
Grade 11 Students
16
59
Grade 12 Students
11
54
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
59 teachers
Average Class Size
12
15
Number of AP Classes
4
2
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
Average SAT score
1089
n/a
Average ACT score
21
n/a
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Formal
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$8,340
$8,600
Tuition Notes
n/a
Each campus has different tuition rates along with tuition assistance.
Acceptance Rate
85%
25%
Admissions Director
n/a
Kathy Turner
Admissions Associate
n/a
Barbara Eng
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7
11