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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 285 students
- 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
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
285 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 16%
Students 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
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
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 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).
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