The Sully Christian School, together with the Christian parents and Society, will provide a quality education that is based on the Word of God.
We will equip our children, through God's grace, to be active members of God's Kingdom." Through Christ-centered education, Sully Christian School will academically prepare students to develop the gifts God has given them and nurture students from a Christian perspective in the following areas Relationship to the Lord, Relationship to fellow man and woman, Relationship to Creation.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,450
- Average class size: 6 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Sully Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
43 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
6 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
modest clothing required
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition is offered on a sliding scale and offset by several special programs.
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
School Notes
- School Motto: Christ-Centered Academic Excellence
- Sully Christian School has been established and maintained by an association of parents who believe that it is their duty as Christians to provide Christian education for their children and, believing this can best be accomplished by concerted action, are committed to Christian training for their children in keeping with the teachings of the Holy Word of God. The purpose of our school is truly meaningful only because it has as its foundation the infallible Word of God. The authority of scripture encompasses education.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sully Christian School cost?
Sully Christian School's tuition is approximately $6,450 for private students.
What sports does Sully Christian School offer?
Sully Christian School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Sully Christian School?
The application deadline for Sully Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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