Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $63,925
- Acceptance rate: 67%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Feb. 10 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Christ School
About the School
- Christ School is a college preparatory school affiliated with the Episcopal Church. Our mission is to produce educated men of good character, prepared for both scholastic achievement in college and productive citizenship in adult society.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $63,925
- Acceptance rate: 67%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Feb. 10 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Christ School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 271 schools) for:
Category
Attribute
Offering Breadth
School Overview
2026 School Data
Christ School
Boarding School Avg.
School Focus
College Preparatory
College Preparatory
Grades Offered
8-12
8-12
Year Founded
1900
1906
Campus Size
500 acres
130 acres
School Calendar
School Motto
SUCCESSUS FIDELITATE
Student Body
Enrollment
302 students
319 students
% Students of Color
20%
27%
% International Students
7%
21%
% Students Boarding
70%
65%
SAT range (25th-75th percentile)
1090 - 1340
-
Offers Post-Grad Year
No
No
Academic Profile
Saturday Classes
Yes
No
Frequency of Saturday Classes
Weekly
Weekly
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
7:1
ESL Courses Offered
No
Yes
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
62%
73%
Summer Program Offered
No
Yes
Accreditations
# of AP Courses Offered
27
18
Courses
Advanced Studies: Differential EquationsAdvanced Studies: Linear Algebra
AP 2-D Art and DesignAP 3-D Art and Design
AP Art HistoryAP Biology
AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC
AP ChemistryAP Chinese Language and Culture
AP Computer Science AAP Computer Science: Principles
AP DrawingAP English Language
AP English LiteratureAP Environmental Studies
AP Human GeographyAP Macroeconomics
AP MicroeconomicsAP Physics C
AP PrecalculusAP Spanish Language and Culture
AP StatisticsAP US Government & Politics
AP US HistoryAP World History
Aviation Science
Tuition & Financial Aid
Endowment Size
$18.5 million
$30 million
Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)
(Boarding Students)
$63,925
$71,500
Tuition international students
$68,500
$58,650
Yearly Tuition
(5 Day Boarding)
(5 Day Boarding)
$63,925
$50,000
% Students on Financial Aid
42%
40%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$15,500
$25,000
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Sports
# Interscholastic Sports Offered
23
17
Colors
Green
School Mascot
Greenies
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurricular Organizations
31
23
Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Other Activities:
Art and Literary MagazineBig Brother Program
Blue Key (admission guides)Boy Scouts of America
Community Service ClubKorean Culture Club
Meant to be RED newspaperPhysics Club
School SenateSenior Peer Leaders
SesquipedaliansSoccer Academy
Student Admissions Representatives (STARS)The Struan (Literary and Arts Magazine)
ToastmastersWriting Lab
Recreational Athletic Programs:
KayakingKiwanis
SHADES
Other Activities:
Judiciary CommitteeLibrary Club
Merit ProgramNational Honor Society
PrefectsPublic Speaking
Senior LeadersStudent Honor Council
Student TutorsTriple Threat Club
YearbookYoung Life
College Matriculation
10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)
UNC- Chapel Hill
15
Appalachian State University
9
North Carolina State University
9
Furman University
7
Clemson University
6
College of Charleston
6
Wofford College
6
Southern Methodist University
5
Duke University
4
Vanderbilt University
4
School Notes
-
Christ School, an all-boys college preparatory school affiliated with the Episcopal Church, is known for educating boys through its four pillars:
- Academic Rigor
- Leadership
- Spirituality
- The Dignity of Manual Labor
- Our hallmarks include small classes, AP and honors courses in all subjects, extensive extracurricular opportunities, and an outstanding faculty.
- The nationally recognized Outdoor Program utilizes our 500-acre campus and the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains.
- The athletic program features 19 teams in 11 sports, assuring places for all boys.
- Graduates attend leading national colleges and universities.
- Affiliated with the Episcopal Church, we serve boys of all faiths.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Charles Wright '53 - Poet Laureate of the United States (2014-15)
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Christ School cost?
Christ School's tuition is approximately $63,925 for boarding students.
What is the acceptance rate of Christ School?
The acceptance rate of Christ School is 67%, which is higher than the boarding school average of 64%.
Who are famous alumni from Christ School?
Christ School famous alumni include: Charles Wright '53.
What sports does Christ School offer?
Christ School offers 23 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Cross Country Running, Cycling, Football, Golf, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Rock Climbing, Skiing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Swimming and Diving, Tennis, Track, Track and Field and Winter Track.
What is Christ School's ranking?
Christ School ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High # of AP/advanced courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Christ School?
The application deadline for Christ School is Dec. 15 / Feb. 10 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 / Feb. 10 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $63,925
- Acceptance rate: 67%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Feb. 10 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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