Western Christian High School

The mission of Western Christian High School is to provide God-centered secondary education to young men and women using the Bible and its principles as the foundation for the total curriculum.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 285 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $11,400
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Western Christian High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild to severe learning differences
Year Founded
1919
Colors
White, Maroon
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
285 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Western Christian High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
25 students
Number of AP Courses
1 course
Average ACT score
23
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL

Sports

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wolfpack
  • The mission of Western Christian High School is to provide God-centered secondary education to young men and women using the Bible and its principles as the foundation for the total curriculum.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Western Christian High School cost?
Western Christian High School's tuition is approximately $11,400 for private students.
What schools are Western Christian High School often compared to?
Western Christian High School is often viewed alongside schools like Unity Christian High School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Western Christian High School?
The acceptance rate of Western Christian High School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
What sports does Western Christian High School offer?
Western Christian High School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Drill Team, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Western Christian High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Western Christian High School?
The application deadline for Western Christian High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Event
Date
Spring Break - NO School
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break - NO School
March 17, 2026 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - NO School
March 18, 2026 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - NO School
March 19, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break - NO School
March 20, 2026 (Friday)

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 285 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $11,400
  • Acceptance rate: 95%
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Iowa is $9,527 for elementary schools and $11,241 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Iowa is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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