Highland Christian School (HCS) delivers a high quality, comprehensive, Christ centered eduation.
Our faculty nurtures and guides students to see the Father's creation, to observe order and sense in a world redeemed by Christ, and to serve the God of Grace through the leading of the Spirit.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked IN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,150
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: May. 29
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Highland Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1909
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
708 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
36%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
22 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
2 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
May. 29
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Application fee PreK-8 is $365
% on Financial Aid
49%
Admissions Director
Dustin Hibbler
Application URL
Endowment Size
$2 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Math Pentathalon
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
School Notes
- School Motto: Academically Equipped, Biblically Grounded, and Spiritually Nurtured to Impact the World for Christ.
- School Mascot: Huskies
- HCS is fully accredited .
- HCS educational program is distinctively Reformed .
- General Music, Art, library Sciences, and Physical education for all grades
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Highland Christian School cost?
Highland Christian School's tuition is approximately $9,150 for private students.
What sports does Highland Christian School offer?
Highland Christian School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
What is Highland Christian School's ranking?
Highland Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Highland Christian School?
The application deadline for Highland Christian School is May. 29.
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