Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked OR School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Yearly Tuition: $14,000
- Acceptance rate: 97%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Horizon Christian School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked OR School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Yearly Tuition: $14,000
- Acceptance rate: 97%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Horizon Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
214 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 26%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
3%
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Standardized dress code
Number of AP Courses
8 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
ArtCalculus
ChemistryEnglish Composition
English LiteraturePhysics
US GovernmentUS History
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$14,000
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies depending on grade level. Variable Tuition program considers each families unique financial situation and sets a tuition rate that is best for them.
% on Financial Aid
42%
Acceptance Rate
97%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Carol Yates
Admissions Associate
Rachel Caldwell
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Leadership TeamLego League
National Honor Society
School Notes
- At Horizon Christian School of Hood River, OR, we are dedicated to helping each student develop their full potential by encouraging Academic Achievement, Biblical Truth and Christian Character Development.
- Since 1977, we have made that calling our priority by providing quality Christian education for families in the Columbia Gorge area.
- We offer a challenging academic program taught by caring, experienced teachers using the highest quality curriculum with the Bible as the foundation.
- Horizon Christian School is accredited and recongnized by ACSI.
- Offering AP, concurrent and dual enrollment classes as well as tuition assistance programs with Grand Canyon University.
- The Horizon Homeschool Program makes select Horizon programs and expertise available to homeschooling families to supplement and support home education.
- Horizon Christian School has a current student body of over 200 students, Pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, and homeschool integration. Our school serves communities throughout the Columbia Gorge. Academic excellence at Horizon is characterized by small class sizes, low teacher-student ratios, and individualized attention to help students achieve their goals. Horizon teachers and staff are committed to creating a caring and safe learning environment. We believe that relationships are key to that goal, so whether it`s teacher to student, student to student, or teacher to parent, positive relationships are stressed. Students participate in a full range of classes and activities. The challenging academic program includes Advanced Placement classes, field trips, retreats, mentoring, fine arts, service projects, and extracurricular activities all of which provide a rounded and rich curriculum. The Hawks cross country, soccer, basketball, track & field, and golf teams are frequent contenders for division titles at the 1A-OSAA level.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Horizon Christian School cost?
Horizon Christian School's tuition is approximately $14,000 for private students.
What schools are Horizon Christian School often compared to?
Horizon Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Bright Beginnings, New Vision School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Horizon Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Horizon Christian School is 97%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
What sports does Horizon Christian School offer?
Horizon Christian School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Horizon Christian School's ranking?
Horizon Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Horizon Christian School?
The application deadline for Horizon Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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