The mission of Cypress Christian School is to honor the Lord Jesus Christ by providing students an education based upon academic excellence and biblical values. This is accomplished through a partnership between the school and home. CCS is accredited through ACSI and AdvanceED and was established in 1978.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked TX School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 823 students
- Acceptance rate: 56%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Cypress Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
ACT Score
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
NILD Program
Year Founded
1978
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
823 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Number of AP Courses
13 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Art, AP Calculus, AP Capstone Research, AP Capstone Seminar, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science, AP Language & Composition, AP Literature & Composition, AP Physics, AP Spanish, AP Statistics, AP US History, AP World History
Average SAT score
1352
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
30
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Kindergarten - $14,555; Elementary (1-5) - $17,165; Middle School (6-8) - $19,110;
High School (9-12) - $21,675
% on Financial Aid
11%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,600
Acceptance Rate
56%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Angie Thomas
Admissions Associate
Lisa Gwyn
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academic Competitions, Ambassador Council, Athletic Trainers, National Art Honor Society, National Honor Society (NHS), National Junior Honor Society (NJHS), National Thespian Society
Arts and Music Programs:
Fine Arts Competitions, Warrior Band
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Elementary Athletics
Academic Competitions, Ambassador Council, Athletic Trainers, National Art Honor Society, National Honor Society (NHS), National Junior Honor Society (NJHS), National Thespian Society
Arts and Music Programs:
Fine Arts Competitions, Warrior Band
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Elementary Athletics
School Notes
- The mission of Cypress Christian School is to honor the Lord Jesus Christ by providing students an education based upon academic excellence and biblical values. This is accomplished through a partnership between the school and home. CCS seeks to develop Christ-like character and intellectual competence, helping each student to achieve maximum academic and personal success. Present students and former graduates attest to the CCS Advantage, a unique combination of strengths creating an academically challenging and nurturing environment.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Cypress Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Cypress Christian School is 56%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. Cypress Christian School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Texas with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Cypress Christian School offer?
Cypress Christian School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball. Cypress Christian School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Texas for most sports offered.
What is Cypress Christian School's ranking?
Cypress Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Cypress Christian School?
The application deadline for Cypress Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 1/1/2020
Cypress Christian has the wonderful staff and great parents that help one another. The school challenges the students and prepares them for college. We are proud to have our children graduate from CCS. They are both doing great at Texas A&M and Abilene Christian University.
5 4/6/2019
This is such a wonderful school. The staff is supportive and their focus is Christ-centered with academic excellence being the most important aspect.
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