Sonshine Christian School and Early Learning Center provides care and Christian education for ages 6 weeks - 8th grade.
Sonshine's mission is to work with families to provide a high quality, individualized, christian education, that prepares children physically, spiritually, intellectually, and emotionally to impact their world for Christ.
Sonshine's early learning center is licensed with the Department of Children Youth and Families and the school is nationally accredited. Sonshine accepts state pay.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked WA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Sonshine Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Yes
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
105 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
100%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sonshine Christian School often compared to?
Sonshine Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Lourdes Catholic School, Sacred Heart Catholic School by visitors of our site.
What is Sonshine Christian School's ranking?
Sonshine Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Sonshine Christian School?
The application deadline for Sonshine Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Sonshine Christian School is Hosanna Christian School (1.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Joseph Catholic School (1.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Childrens Village Dcc Van Mall (0.1 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
Childrens Village Dcc Van Mall
Daycare / Preschool
2904 Ne Burton Rd
Vancouver, WA 98662
(360) 944-0123
Vancouver, WA 98662
(360) 944-0123
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 147 students
St. Joseph Catholic School![St. Joseph Catholic School Photo]( "St. Joseph Catholic School Photo")
(Catholic)
6500 Highland Drive
Vancouver, WA 98661
(360) 696-2586
Vancouver, WA 98661
(360) 696-2586
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 473 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
10316 Ne 14th Street
Vancouver, WA 98664
(360) 256-0872
Vancouver, WA 98664
(360) 256-0872
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-K | 150 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
10606 Ne 14th St
Vancouver, WA 98664
(360) 944-8096
Vancouver, WA 98664
(360) 944-8096
1.8 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 137 students Avg. class size: 24 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Hosanna Christian School
(Christian)
4120 NE St Johns Road
Vancouver, WA 98661
(360) 906-0941
Vancouver, WA 98661
(360) 906-0941
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 152 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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