West Side Christian School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MI School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 516 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,000
Acceptance rate: 75%
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

West Side Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	West Side Christian School
Pre-K	120
Kind	88
1	30
2	34
3	40
4	38
5	55
6	36
7	32
8	43

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School Motto

Growing Students鈥� Minds. Guiding Servant Hearts. Glorifying Jesus Christ.

Student Body

Total Students

516 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

38 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.:

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Christian Schools International (CSI)
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,000

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Acceptance Rate

75%

National avg.: 82%

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School Notes

West Side Christian School's provides a quality Christ-centered education from a reformed Christian perspective for the children of believing parents, preparing students spiritually and academically to live as Christ's servants.
The purpose of our West Side Christian School program is to equip young boys and girls to live the Christian life.
This will be done by promoting Christian principles through our academic, social, and physical programs.
The school is an extension of the home.
The teachings of the home and school should be compatible and supportive of each other.
The purpose of our school will be to establish and maintain educational facilities dedicated to the proposition that all of our students will be instructed in the light of the Bible.
A Christian emphasis will be threaded through the entire curriculum and activities related to the program.
Our objective is to help young people grow spiritually mature and morally strong in the preparation of serving God in whatever way he/she is called by God to serve.

West Side Christian School's provides a quality Christ-centered education from a reformed Christian perspective for the children of believing parents, preparing students spiritually and academically to live as Christ's servants. The purpose of our West Side Christian School program is to equip young boys and girls to live the Christian life. This will be done by promoting Christian principles through our academic, social, and physical programs. The school is an extension of the home. The teachings of the home and school should be compatible and supportive of each other. The purpose of our school will be to establish and maintain educational facilities dedicated to the proposition that all of our students will be instructed in the light of the Bible. A Christian emphasis will be threaded through the entire curriculum and activities related to the program. Our objective is to help young people grow spiritually mature and morally strong in the preparation of serving God in whatever way he/she is called by God to serve.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does West Side Christian School cost?

West Side Christian School's tuition is approximately $12,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of West Side Christian School?

The acceptance rate of West Side Christian School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 88%. West Side Christian School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Michigan with low acceptance rates.

What is West Side Christian School's ranking?

West Side Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for West Side Christian School?

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

In what neighborhood is West Side Christian School located?

West Side Christian School is located in the Westside Connection neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 3 other private schools located in Westside Connection.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (3 reviews)

5 4/10/2015

I would recommend West Side Christian to any parent. The school genuinely cares about the children and the staff go above and beyond - taking a personal approach all while being passionate about Christian Education.

- Posted by Parent - dbroe

5 1/6/2015

Our children have flourished as a result of their educational journey nurtured through the Christ-centered education at West Side Christian School. The academic environment fosters their growth in a place where they can be imaginative, curious, experiment, and part of a community. West Side Christian provides diverse learning experiences that help develop the whole child - physical development (playground time, gym time), music lessons, art, school garden, nature preserve (i.e., ladybugs, caterpillars, leaves, frogs, etc.), band or orchestra, and so much more. We praise God that He directed our steps to this school. It truly has been a best kept secret in the city of Grand Rapids!!

- Posted by Parent - cjsta

5 1/6/2015

West Side Christian is a wonderful place to have your child educated. They will be nurtured, challenged, loved and cared for by a dedicated and hard-working staff. Their is a strong focus on subjects besides the basics with music and art being most notable. WSCS also has Odyssey of the Mind, Girls on the Run, multiple sports, orchestra/band, and plays. West Side is also inclusive. Your child will be given the best whatever their abilities, background or physical/mental disabilties.

- Posted by Parent - mikep

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Grand Rapids, MI is $8,909 for elementary schools and $11,118 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Grand Rapids, MI is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).