Chicago Christian High School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked IL School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 490 students
Yearly Tuition: $14,990
Acceptance rate: 91%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Chicago Christian High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Chicago Christian High School
5	81
8	95
9	76
10	77
11	79
12	82

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Year Founded

1918

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Student Body

Total Students

490 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

30%

State avg.: 34%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

29 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.:

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Christian Schools International (CSI)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$14,990

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Acceptance Rate

91%

National avg.: 82%

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Sports

School Mascot

Knights

School Notes

Southwest Chicago Christian Schools (SCCS) has been providing Christ-centered education on the Southwest side of Chicago land for over 100 years.
The mission of SCCS is to provide a high quality education program in the Reformed tradition which emphasizes the lordship of Jesus Christ over all of life, preparing students spiritually, socially, academically, and physically to serve effectively and glorifying God by honoring Him in all aspects of life.
Southwest Chicago Christian Schools are parent-controlled through a 16 member Board of Directors elected from its constituency.
Southwest Chicago Christian School Association provides a high quality K-12 education program in the Reformed tradition which emphasizes the lordship of Jesus Christ over all of life.
It prepares students spiritually, socially, academically, and physically to serve society effectively and to glorify God by honoring Him in all aspects of life.

Southwest Chicago Christian Schools (SCCS) has been providing Christ-centered education on the Southwest side of Chicago land for over 100 years.
The mission of SCCS is to provide a high quality education program in the Reformed tradition which emphasizes the lordship of Jesus Christ over all of life, preparing students spiritually, socially, academically, and physically to serve effectively and glorifying God by honoring Him in all aspects of life.
Southwest Chicago Christian Schools are parent-controlled through a 16 member Board of Directors elected from its constituency.
Southwest Chicago Christian School Association provides a high quality K-12 education program in the Reformed tradition which emphasizes the lordship of Jesus Christ over all of life.
It prepares students spiritually, socially, academically, and physically to serve society effectively and to glorify God by honoring Him in all aspects of life.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- George Tsourdinis - 3rd-year medical student at University of IL, College of Medicine -
- Nadia Howse - Founder of Nadia's Howse of Hope, behavior therapist -

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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How much does Chicago Christian High School cost?

Chicago Christian High School's tuition is approximately $14,990 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Chicago Christian High School?

The acceptance rate of Chicago Christian High School is 91%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

Who are famous alumni from Chicago Christian High School?

Chicago Christian High School famous alumni include: George Tsourdinis - 3rd-year medical student at University of IL, College of Medicine and Nadia Howse - Founder of Nadia's Howse of Hope, behavior therapist.

What is Chicago Christian High School's ranking?

Chicago Christian High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Chicago Christian High School?

The application deadline for Chicago Christian High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Cook County, IL is $13,410 for elementary schools and $19,515 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Cook County, IL is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).