Shawnee Mission Christian School

Shawnee Mission Christian School is a Ministry of Olivet Baptist Church.
Our school accommodates children grades K-12.  The Shawnee Mission Christian School is a member of the American Association of Christian Schools.
Shawnee Mission Christian School encourages teachers and staff to take classes and/or complete in-service work yearly to prepare them for better classroom performance.
The primary goal of Shawnee Mission Christian School is to assist the families of Olivet Baptist Church and other local fundamental churches in the education and nurture of their school-age children by providing a Christ-centered, academically sound Christian School environment.
It is therefore our purpose to assist Christian parents in their responsibility to bring up their children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord by providing a Christ-centered academic environment.
We are an extension of the Christian home so Christian parents can fulfill their God-given responsibilities to their children Shawnee Mission Christian School realizes that these Christian ideals can only succeed where parents are involved with their children, these principles are honored and practiced in the home, and church is attended regularly.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked KS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 150 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,650
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Shawnee Mission Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
150 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Shawnee Mission Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Average ACT score
22
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
50%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Marlena Zink
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Robotics Team

Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Choir

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Mustangs
  • Shawnee Mission Christian School is a Ministry of Olivet Baptist Church.
  • Our school accommodates children grades K-12.
  • The Shawnee Mission Christian School is a member of the American Association of Christian Schools.
  • Shawnee Mission Christian School encourages teachers and staff to take classes and/or complete in-service work yearly to prepare them for better classroom performance.
  • The primary goal of Shawnee Mission Christian School is to assist the families of Olivet Baptist Church and other local fundamental churches in the education and nurture of their school-age children by providing a Christ-centered, academically sound Christian School environment.
  • It is therefore our purpose to assist Christian parents in their responsibility to bring up their children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord by providing a Christ-centered academic environment.
  • We are an extension of the Christian home so Christian parents can fulfill their God-given responsibilities to their children Shawnee Mission Christian School realizes that these Christian ideals can only succeed where parents are involved with their children, these principles are honored and practiced in the home, and church is attended regularly.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Shawnee Mission Christian School cost?
Shawnee Mission Christian School's tuition is approximately $6,650 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Shawnee Mission Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Shawnee Mission Christian School is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 79%. Shawnee Mission Christian School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Kansas with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Shawnee Mission Christian School offer?
Shawnee Mission Christian School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Shawnee Mission Christian School's ranking?
Shawnee Mission Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Kansas for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Shawnee Mission Christian School?
The application deadline for Shawnee Mission Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Shawnee Mission Christian School located?
Shawnee Mission Christian School is located in the Shawnee Park neighborhood of Mission, KS.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked KS School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 150 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,650
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Johnson County, KS is $13,374 for elementary schools and $15,263 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Johnson County, KS is 70% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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