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West Chestnut Academy

7105 Alpine Way
Yakima, WA 98908

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Tel: (509) 966-1632

www.wcayakima.org

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WCA provides a quality education for a diverse student body in a safe, nurturing Christian environment at an affordable price.

WCA serves children and youth, parents, and families with Christian-based academics, appropriate nurture, and individualized approaches to learning, taking into account diverse learning styles and the benefits of direct and personal attention. WCA encourages emotional,cognitive,physical,interpersonal,andspiritual growth.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 125 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,200
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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West Chestnut Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

Religious Affiliation

Methodist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

2001

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Student Body

Total Students

125 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

26%

State avg.: 32%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Shirts required

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,200

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Tuition Notes

$4000 - $4200 per year

% on Financial Aid

10%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$800

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

2 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Bricks4KidzGood News Club

School Notes

School shirt with logo

Source: Verified school update

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West Chestnut Academy's tuition is approximately $4,200 for private students.

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The application deadline for West Chestnut Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 125 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,200
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Washington is $15,555 for elementary schools and $17,583 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Washington is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).