Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Jun. 29
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Southwest Chicago Christian School-tinley Park
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked IL School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Jun. 29
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Southwest Chicago Christian School-tinley Park ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Grade 8 has 46 students the largest enrollment is in Grade 8, slightly above Grade 5 at 44 and Pre-K at 39.
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Limited Assistance for Mild Learning Disabilities
Year Founded
1900
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
322 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 34%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
33%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Dress Code Policy; modest attire
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
Jun. 29
Tuition Notes
Please contact Admissions for tuition information
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Wilma Persenaire
Admissions Associate
Sandy Waterlander
Application URL
Request Information
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Other Activities:
After School CareArt Festivals
IntramuralsPlays/Musicals
Yearbook
School Notes
- Southwest Chicago Christian School Association (SCCS) has been providing Christ-centered education on the Southwest side of Chicagoland for over 115 years.
- The mission of SCCS is to provide a high quality education program in the Reformed tradition emphasizing the lordship of Jesus Christ over all of life, preparing students spiritually, socially, academically, and physically to serve society effectively and glorifying God by honoring Him in all aspects of life.
- The vision is to be a Christ-centered learning community intent on restoring God's world.
- The SCCS private school system serves about 800 students among three campuses in the communities of Oak Lawn (Preschool - 8), Tinley Park (K-8) and Palos Heights (9-12). Each school offers a broad educational program including core curricular subjects as well as Bible, art, music, computer science, physical education, and many co-curricular activities. The school is a certified Project Lead The Way school, offeringSTEM (Science, Technology, Engineerying, Math) courses at the middle school and high school levels.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Southwest Chicago Christian School-tinley Park?
The acceptance rate of Southwest Chicago Christian School-tinley Park is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.
What sports does Southwest Chicago Christian School-tinley Park offer?
Southwest Chicago Christian School-tinley Park offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Southwest Chicago Christian School-tinley Park's ranking?
Southwest Chicago Christian School-tinley Park ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Southwest Chicago Christian School-tinley Park?
The application deadline for Southwest Chicago Christian School-tinley Park is Jun. 29.
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Sports: 5
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(708) 349-7166
Distance: 4.3 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 451 students
Catholic
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(708) 687-4230
Distance: 4.8 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 426 students
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