Western Christian High School

100 West 9th Street
Upland, CA 91786
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  • Established in 1920, Western Christian High School provides outstanding academics in a Christ-centered environment.
  • WCHS boasts a 100% graduation rate with 95% to 100% of our graduates accepted to the college or university of their choice.
  • Western Christian High School is located on a beautiful campus in Upland, California.
  • Besides the excellent classroom facilities with cutting-edge technology (including SmartBoards, iPads/tablets in the classroom) WCHS has a well-appointed gymnasium and beautiful athletic field.
  • Western Christian has a moderate population of students who come from all over the world with a total enrollment of approximately 400 students in grades 9-12. WCHS offers over 14 Honors and AP courses with various extra-curricular activities, including S.T.E.M., CSF, NHS, NEHS, Interact Rotary International Service Club, Art Club, Ceramics Club, and Drama Club. Our international program currently hosts students from 7 different countries. WCHS students receive a global education where they are exposed to other cultures and beliefs.
  • We believe that we are helping to create future world leaders.

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
Religious AffiliationChristian
Grades OfferedGrades 9-12
Learning Difference ProgramsYes
Learning Programs SupportedMild Learning Differences
Year Founded1920

Student Body

Total Students430 students
Student Body TypeCo-ed
Students by GradeWestern Christian High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers30 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
86%
Average Class Size20 students
Number of AP Courses17 courses
List of Courses OfferedLink to List of Courses
Advanced CoursesAP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Chemistry, AP English Literature & Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP French, AP Government & Politics, AP Spanish, AP Statistics, AP US History,
Average SAT score1220
Matriculation DataMatric. DataLink to Matriculation Data

Finances and Admission

Admission DeadlineNone / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost$10,359
Tuition NotesInternational students grade 9-12 pay a different tuition rate. Contact LNelson for details.
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant$1,000
Acceptance Rate
97%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions DirectorJohn Attwood
Admissions AssociateCris Kennedy

Sports

Total Sports Offered12 sports
SportsBaseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Winter TrackBaseball, Basketball,
Cheering, Cross Country,
Football, Golf,
Soccer, Softball,
Track and Field, Volleyball,
Weightlifting, Winter Track,

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.Art Club, Drama, Interact (Service Club), International Culture Club, Math Club, National Honor Society, Science Club Art Club, Drama, Math Club, Science Club, Interact (Service Club),
International Culture Club,
National Honor Society,

School Notes

  • Strong Academics Offerings
  • Small Class Sizes
  • Low Teacher-Student Ratio (average 17:1)
  • Safe Environment
  • Christ-Centered Community
  • Diversity and Respect
  • Dual Accreditation (WASC and ACSI)
  • Highly Qualified Teaching Staff
  • Cutting Edge Technology
  • Championship Athletics
  • International Program with 4 levels of ESL
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  • Grades: 9-12
  • Students: 430 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,359
  • Acceptance rate: 97%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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