Northwest Hills Baptist Church is a community of baptized believers organized to advance the cause of Christ.
We seek to accomplish this through regular worship services, the proclamation of the gospel, personal evangelism, outreach ministries, missionary endeavors, pastoral care and Christian education offered both through church classes and through a weekday school.
We believe that the ministry of our Lord Jesus Christ gives us the pattern for ministry--namely, caring, sacrificial service to others.
Northwest Hills Christian School uses a high quality, innovative, advanced Christian curriculum - the ABeka Curriculum.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,000
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Northwest Hills Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1969
Student Body
Total Students
201 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
61%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
15%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniforms are required K-8. See schoolyardstore.com for information.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Discount for active church members at Northwest Hills Baptist Church
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 85%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Ours is a school family that puts faith in God first, relationships with His people second, and teaching the content a close third. We have Pre-Kindergarten: 2-year-old classes through 8th grade. Small class size, quality curriculum, and great teachers lead to academic excellence. NWHCS is a safe school with affordable tuition.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Northwest Hills Christian School cost?
Northwest Hills Christian School's tuition is approximately $5,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Northwest Hills Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Northwest Hills Christian School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does Northwest Hills Christian School offer?
Northwest Hills Christian School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Northwest Hills Christian School?
The application deadline for Northwest Hills Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Northwest Hills Christian School located?
Northwest Hills Christian School is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 6 other private schools located in Far West Side.
School Calendar
View the Northwest Hills Christian School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break - - No School THIS WEEK!
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - - No School THIS WEEK!
March 11, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - - No School THIS WEEK!
March 12, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - - No School THIS WEEK!
March 13, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break - - No School THIS WEEK!
March 14, 2025 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 3/10/2018
NWHCS does have high expectations for its students. The Pre-K classes begin learning to read and write the alphabet and numbers at age 3. By the end of the Kindergarten year, the majority of students are reading at a 2nd grade level and taught beginning level cursive/handwriting. In 1st Grade, the students are expanding their reading skills and most have fully grasped cursive/handwriting skills by the end of the first school semester. If your child needs extra help or is struggling with keeping up with the curriculum, the teachers are readily available to help with after school tutoring or work together with parents on different approaches to learning that will help your child stay on track. NWHCS has received the blessing of Principal Gilpatrick Peyton, he works extremely hard on developing relationships with all students and parents. He is always visible at school and his door is always open, he responds quickly to parents e-mails and phone calls. I have personally brought concerns to him and he has acted diligently and always addressed them quickly and satisfactory. NWHCS is a tight network of families that work together to help the school succeed. My student is completing their second school year at NWHCS and I encourage any parent looking for a faith-based education for their child in a more personal setting, where families work together to help the school succeed to meet with Principal Peyton and take a tour of the school. You will not be disappointed.
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