West Side Christian School
West Side Christian School's provides a quality Christ-centered education from a reformed Christian perspective for the children of believing parents, preparing students spiritually and academically to live as Christ's servants.
The purpose of our West Side Christian School program is to equip young boys and girls to live the Christian life.
This will be done by promoting Christian principles through our academic, social, and physical programs.
The school is an extension of the home. The teachings of the home and school should be compatible and supportive of each other.
The purpose of our school will be to establish and maintain educational facilities dedicated to the proposition that all of our students will be instructed in the light of the Bible.
A Christian emphasis will be threaded through the entire curriculum and activities related to the program.
Our objective is to help young people grow spiritually mature and morally strong in the preparation of serving God in whatever way he/she is called by God to serve.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked MI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
West Side Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
505 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- West Side Christian School's provides a quality Christ-centered education from a reformed Christian perspective for the children of believing parents, preparing students spiritually and academically to live as Christ's servants. The purpose of our West Side Christian School program is to equip young boys and girls to live the Christian life. This will be done by promoting Christian principles through our academic, social, and physical programs. The school is an extension of the home. The teachings of the home and school should be compatible and supportive of each other. The purpose of our school will be to establish and maintain educational facilities dedicated to the proposition that all of our students will be instructed in the light of the Bible. A Christian emphasis will be threaded through the entire curriculum and activities related to the program. Our objective is to help young people grow spiritually mature and morally strong in the preparation of serving God in whatever way he/she is called by God to serve.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Side Christian School's ranking?
West Side Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for West Side Christian School?
The application deadline for West Side Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 4/10/2015
I would recommend West Side Christian to any parent. The school genuinely cares about the children and the staff go above and beyond - taking a personal approach all while being passionate about Christian Education.
5 1/6/2015
Our children have flourished as a result of their educational journey nurtured through the Christ-centered education at West Side Christian School. The academic environment fosters their growth in a place where they can be imaginative, curious, experiment, and part of a community. West Side Christian provides diverse learning experiences that help develop the whole child - physical development (playground time, gym time), music lessons, art, school garden, nature preserve (i.e., ladybugs, caterpillars, leaves, frogs, etc.), band or orchestra, and so much more. We praise God that He directed our steps to this school. It truly has been a best kept secret in the city of Grand Rapids!!
5 1/6/2015
West Side Christian is a wonderful place to have your child educated. They will be nurtured, challenged, loved and cared for by a dedicated and hard-working staff. Their is a strong focus on subjects besides the basics with music and art being most notable. WSCS also has Odyssey of the Mind, Girls on the Run, multiple sports, orchestra/band, and plays. West Side is also inclusive. Your child will be given the best whatever their abilities, background or physical/mental disabilties.
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