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Wilmington Christian School provides a distinctively Christian, innovative education that effectively develops Godly influencers who are well prepared for life after high school, and who impact the culture for Christ.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked DE School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 413 students
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Wilmington Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia / Mild learning differences
Year Founded
1948

Student Body

Total Students
413 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Wilmington Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
8 courses
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1240
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $7,980 to $16,200, depending on the grade
% on Financial Aid
13%
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Carol Allston-Stiles

Sports

School Notes

  • At WCS, Christian faith, community, and friendship are put into practice to help guide students into Christian maturity. WCS has a long and well-known history of influencing generations of students to go on to serve Christ effectively in diverse vocations. The WCS difference is that every school activity, whether academic, athletic, art, or social, is guided by caring Christian mentors with a biblical view of life and learning.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Wilmington Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Wilmington Christian School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 91%.
What sports does Wilmington Christian School offer?
Wilmington Christian School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling.
What is Wilmington Christian School's ranking?
Wilmington Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Delaware for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Wilmington Christian School?
The application deadline for Wilmington Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked DE School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 413 students
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in New Castle County, DE is $14,612 for elementary schools and $16,719 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in New Castle County, DE is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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