Northwest Christian Schools (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked WA School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 999 students
Yearly Tuition: $10,800
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Northwest Christian Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Northwest Christian Schools
Pre-K	200
Kind	54
1	54
2	72
3	80
4	60
5	72
6	66
7	65
8	39
9	66
10	58
11	50
12	63

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia, Speech Therapy

Year Founded

1949

School Calendar

Campus Size

116 acres

School Motto

A gospel centered education, every day, for every student.

Student Body

Total Students

999 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

45 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

22:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Neat, clean and modest. See handbook.

Number of AP Courses

18 courses

List of Courses Offered

Advanced Courses

Anatomy/Physiology Dual CreditAP Biology

AP ChemistryAP Government

Calculus Dual CreditCollege Composition Dual Credit

College Literature Dual CreditCommunications 201 Dual Credit

Creative Writing Dual CreditHonors American Studies Dual Credit

Honors Statistics Dual CreditHonors World History Dual Credit

Math in Society Dual CreditPre-Calculus Dual Credit

Psychology 100 Dual CreditSpanish 102 Dual Credit

Spanish 103 Dual CreditSpanish 4 Dual Credit

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$10,800

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Tuition Notes

Pricing based on grade. See for complete details.

% on Financial Aid

30%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$1,250

Acceptance Rate

95%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Jana Baldwin, Admissions Coordinator

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

FootballGolf

SoccerSoftball

Track and FieldVolleyball

Wrestling

School Mascot

Crusaders

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

16 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

ASBASB Leadership

Business Leadership AcademyChess Club

Class OfficersKnowledge Bowl

National Honor SocietySTEM Program

Yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

BandChoir

Improv GroupLiterary Journal

TheaterWorship Team

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Zero Hour Pickleball

School Notes

Northwest Christian Schools has been preparing hearts and transforming minds since 1949. We are a community that values Biblical thinking, relationships and instruction that prepares students to make an impact in their world. We are also committed to working with families to make Christian education affordable.We are enrolling ages 12 months through 12th grade & homeschool. Schedule a tour today! nwcs.org/take-a-tour

Northwest Christian Schools has been preparing hearts and transforming minds since 1949. We are a community that values Biblical thinking, relationships and instruction that prepares students to make an impact in their world.
We are also committed to working with families to make Christian education affordable.
We are enrolling ages 12 months through 12th grade & homeschool.
Schedule a tour today! nwcs.org/take-a-tour

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jeremy Affeldt - American former professional baseball pitcher. He threw and batted left-handed and played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Kansas City Royals, Colorado Rockies, Cincinnati Reds and San Francisco Giants.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Northwest Christian Schools cost?

Northwest Christian Schools's tuition is approximately $10,800 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Northwest Christian Schools?

The acceptance rate of Northwest Christian Schools is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 82%.

Who are famous alumni from Northwest Christian Schools?

Northwest Christian Schools famous alumni include: Jeremy Affeldt.

What sports does Northwest Christian Schools offer?

Northwest Christian Schools offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Northwest Christian Schools is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Washington for most sports offered.

What is Northwest Christian Schools's ranking?

Northwest Christian Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Northwest Christian Schools?

The application deadline for Northwest Christian Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 3/16/2017

I am very happy and pleased to have both of my children attend NWC schools. The teachers are amazing and so is academics and sports programs. I love how they keep GOD the center of everything.

- Posted by Parent - Best School

5 2/28/2012

This school is awesome. My di daughters have been at NWCS for 11 years and it is an incredible learning and mentoring environment where Christ is honored. The teachers are excellent and care deeply about the whole child. My oldest graduates this year and she wishes her senior year would never end. That speaks volumes...

- Posted by Parent - vogel

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Spokane County, WA is $7,823 for elementary schools and $10,216 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Spokane County, WA is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).