Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Westfair Christian Academy
About the School
- Westfair Christian Academy in Jacksonville, IL serves 127 co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a town setting.
- The school has a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with 13 total teachers supporting its regular elementary and secondary programs.
- Founded with a Baptist orientation, the academy holds memberships in the American Association of Christian Schools and the Association of Christian Schools International.
- Approximately 3% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
- The school maintains a casual dress code and offers education within the town community of Jacksonville, Illinois.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
127 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 34%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Khaki or black pants, polo shirt in dark green, navy or gray.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Westfair Christian Academy often compared to?
Westfair Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Our Saviour School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Westfair Christian Academy offer?
Westfair Christian Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Westfair Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Westfair Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
Popular comparisons: Westfair Christian Academy vs. Our Saviour School
The nearest high school to Westfair Christian Academy is Routt Catholic High School (2.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Salem Lutheran School (1.7 miles away)
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Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 58 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
222 E Beecher Ave
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-3419
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 337 students
Catholic
455 E State St
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-8621
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 124 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
500 E College Ave
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-8563
Distance: 11.8 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 77 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
200 W. Frederick
Arenzville, IL 62611
(217) 997-5535
Distance: 20.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 130 students
Christian
1421 Beard St
Beardstown, IL 62618
(217) 323-1685
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 124 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
500 E College Ave
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-8563
Distance: 20.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 130 students
Christian
1421 Beard St
Beardstown, IL 62618
(217) 323-1685
Distance: 31.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 339 students
Sports: 6
1730 W Jefferson St
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 546-5987
Distance: 31.7 mi
Gr: K-12 | 44 students
Christian
1308 W Washington St Ste A
Pittsfield, IL 62363
(217) 285-5722
Distance: 31.8 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 499 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 25
Catholic
1200 W Washington Street
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 787-1595
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 58 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
222 E Beecher Ave
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-3419
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 337 students
Catholic
455 E State St
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-8621
Distance: 11.8 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 77 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
200 W. Frederick
Arenzville, IL 62611
(217) 997-5535
Distance: 20.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 130 students
Christian
1421 Beard St
Beardstown, IL 62618
(217) 323-1685
Distance: 29.9 mi
Gr: K-8 | 385 students
Christian
2850 Cider Mill Ln
Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 698-1933
Distance: 1.7 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 58 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
222 E Beecher Ave
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-3419
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: NS-8 | 337 students
Catholic
455 E State St
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-8621
Distance: 11.8 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 77 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
200 W. Frederick
Arenzville, IL 62611
(217) 997-5535
Distance: 20.5 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 130 students
Christian
1421 Beard St
Beardstown, IL 62618
(217) 323-1685
Distance: 29.8 mi
Gr: PK-K | 40 students
Montessori School
717 Rickard Rd
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 787-5505
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1901 W Lafayette Ave
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 245-5107
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 245-5107
0.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 349 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
125 S Webster Ave
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 479-4201
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 479-4201
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-12
(Math: 17% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
664 Lincoln Ave
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-4384
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-4384
1.2 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 680 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Alternative School
409 Hardin Ave Fl 3
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-8438
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-8438
1.3 miles
Gr: 6-12
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
409 Hardin Ave Fl 3
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-8438
Jacksonville, IL 62650
(217) 243-8438
1.4 miles
Gr: 9-12
School Reviews
5 5/4/2016
I am interested in the school program. I have a five year old son that will be eligible to start kindergarten this August. I was interested in knowing more about how much tuition would be. My phone number is (217-883-0068 feel free to call
5 2/28/2012
Westfair is a wonderful school! Our children attend for the quality education, small family atmosphere and dedicated staff who show us all the time just how much they care about our kids! I never worry when my children are there. I know they are in a terrific environment with caring staff!
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