Westside Christian High School, Inc

What Westside Christian High School, Inc does

Westside Christian High School, Inc is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, independent, non-denominational Christian college-preparatory school founded in 1981 and located at 8200 SW Pfaffle Street, Tigard, Oregon. The institution serves grades 9-12 with approximately 285-305 enrolled students (average class size of 20 and roughly 75 students per grade level), drawing roughly 90-100 new students per year through a rolling admissions process. Core operations combine rigorous college-preparatory academics (60+ courses including 22 electives, AP offerings across literature, language, mathematics, sciences, history, and studio art) with Christian worldview integration and intentional discipleship.

The school's product surface extends beyond academics to include the Eagle Engineering Center (a 3,500 square foot PLTW-styled maker hub with CAD/CAM software and CNC manufacturing equipment), an award-winning Music Department (Concert Choir with 14 consecutive OSAA State Championships, Concert Band, and additional ensembles, plus Carnegie Hall and National Cathedral performances), Theatre Arts, Visual Arts, and a 16-sport Athletics program competing in OSAA 3A classification. The Concurrent Credit Program with George Fox University and Northwest Nazarene University allows students to earn college credit at $75 per credit hour (65% of 2025 graduates participated, averaging 16.5 hours). Technology infrastructure consists of a 1:1 Lenovo ThinkPad Chromebook program, FACTS/RenWeb for enrollment and billing, FACTS Grant & Aid for Variable Tuition assessments, ParentSquare for communications, Follett for library management, and DonorPerfect for donations.

The revenue model is tuition-led: base tuition of $17,550 for the 2026-27 academic year (with annual, semi-annual, or 12-month installment billing), supplemented by Curriculum & Technology ($620), Student Life ($225), and Athletics ($325-350) fees, international student application ($500) and registration ($1,000) charges, and philanthropic contributions through the Annual Fund and the Remembering Rose Tuition Fund (targeting $100,000 in annual aid). Approximately 20% of students receive reduced tuition via the Variable Tuition Program, and ~30% of students pay reduced tuition based on need-based FACTS assessments. The customer base is individual families segmented into Christian college-prep families (primary), international F1 visa students, families needing financial aid, and college-focused students, with sales-led admissions via campus tours, shadow days, virtual connection events, and agency partnerships through Private School Exchange (PSE).

Name

Westside Christian High School, Inc

Legal name

Westside Christian High School

Website

https://wchsonline.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Westside Christian High School is a 501(c)(3) non-denominational Christian college-preparatory school in Tigard, Oregon, serving approximately 285-305 students in grades 9-12 since 1981 with AP courses, university concurrent credit, PLTW engineering, and award-winning arts and athletics programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Christian Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based Education & Formation (Seminaries, Religious Schools, Catechesis) (BPAGAJAD)

Keywords

• Private secondary education
• Christian college preparatory
• Concurrent college credit
• Tuition assistance program
• Student athletics programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Tigard

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition: Primary revenue stream from tuition payments. Base tuition for 2026-27 academic year is $17,550. Families can pay annually (with 2% discount if paid by July 20), semi-annually (1% discount), or in 12 monthly installments. The school is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
2. Fees (Curriculum & Technology, Student Life, Athletics): Fees include Curriculum & Technology Fee ($620), Student Life Fee ($225), and Athletics Fee ($325-$350 per program). Additional fees may apply for specific classes, activities, yearbooks, visual/performing arts, tests, retreats, and trips.
3. Donations and Annual Fund: The school relies on charitable contributions from parents, faculty, staff, grandparents, alumni, and friends as an independent school. Donations fund campus security upgrades, the Engineering Center, and bus compliance. Tax-deductible under IRS 501(c)(3). Taxpayer ID: 93-0790539.
4. Remembering Rose Tuition Fund: A dedicated financial aid fund honoring Rose Elizabeth Langham (class of 2000), with a stated goal of providing $100,000 annually in student financial aid to assist students who could not otherwise attend.
5. Variable Tuition: Need-based tuition assistance through FACTS Grant & Aid. Families submit financial information for objective assessment. Approximately 20% of students pay reduced tuition.
6. Alumni Week and Event Revenue: Annual alumni events including the Christmas Concert, Alumni Chapel, and Decade vs. Decade Basketball Game. Ticket revenue from theatre productions ($6-$10 per ticket) and summer sports camps.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Westside Christian High School provides college-preparatory secondary education for students in grades 9-12, integrating rigorous academics with Christian faith formation. Core offerings include over 60 courses with 22 electives, an Advanced and Standard diploma track, a Concurrent Credit Program with George Fox University and Northwest Nazarene University ($75 per credit hour), the 3,500 sq ft Eagle Engineering Center featuring PLTW engineering and CNC manufacturing, an award-winning Music Department (14 consecutive state choir championships), Theatre Arts, Visual Arts, and a 16-sport Athletics program in the OSAA 3A classification. The school serves approximately 305 students at an average class size of 20 and operates a five-step admissions funnel with rolling enrollment, supported by need-based Variable Tuition, international F1 visa recruitment, and chaplaincy services through The Nest.

Product overview

Westside Christian High School is a non-denominational Christian high school offering a comprehensive college-preparatory education for grades 9-12. The school provides a single unified educational program combining rigorous academics with faith-based learning. Core offerings include over 60 courses with 22 electives, the Concurrent Credit Program (partnering with George Fox University and Northwest Nazarene University) allowing students to earn college credit in high school, the Eagle Engineering Center for STEM education, award-winning Music Department (16 state championships), Theatre Arts, Visual Arts, Athletics (16 sports), and student support services including The Nest. The school offers two diploma tracks (Standard and Advanced) and provides Variable Tuition financial assistance. Average class size is 20 students, with 305 total enrollment. Founded in 1981 and located in Tigard, Oregon.

Differentiator

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Products and services

• Concurrent Credit Program College credit program delivering AP courses (Literature, Language, Pre-Calculus, Calculus AB/BC, Statistics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, World/European/US History, Studio Art, Government Honors, Economics Honors, Anatomy & Physiology) through George Fox University and Northwest Nazarene University; 65% of 2025 graduates earned an average of 16.5 credit hours.
• Eagle Engineering Center (EEC) A 3,500 square foot state-of-the-art engineering maker hub offering four PLTW courses (Intro to Engineering, Principles of Engineering, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, and Engineering Capstone) integrating CAD/CAM software with 3D printing and CNC manufacturing equipment.
• Music Department Program Award-winning music program featuring Concert Choir (14 consecutive OSAA State Championships, performed at Carnegie Hall and the National Cathedral), Concert Band (3 consecutive State Championships), Soli Deo Gloria vocal ensemble, Bella Voce treble choir, Ignite worship band, and Drumline; directed by Will Fox.
• Theatre Arts Program Theatre program producing two full-length productions per school year (fall and spring), with a musical every other spring. Offers training in tech, design, acting, and directing with educational theatre focus.
• Visual Arts Program Visual arts classes including Intro to Art, Advanced Art, AP Studio Art, and Ceramics, with student showcases twice yearly featuring over 400 pieces; also includes Digital Design and Yearbook courses using Adobe Creative Suite.
• Variable Tuition Program Need-based tuition assistance program using FACTS third-party financial assessment to determine individualized tuition rates based on family income, assets, expenses, and household size. Application fee $45; approximately 20% of students receive reduced tuition.
• Remembering Rose Tuition Fund Scholarship fund with a stated goal of $100,000 annually in student financial aid for students who would not otherwise be able to attend Westside Christian.
• WCHS Annual Fund Annual giving program supporting tuition assistance, academic excellence through updated classrooms and technology, spiritual formation, and student preparation for life beyond graduation; recent gifts funded campus security upgrades and Engineering Center completion.
• Athletics Program Comprehensive OSAA 3A athletic program offering 16 sports including Cross Country, Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Baseball, Golf, Tennis, Track & Field, and Softball; Boys Basketball won the 2025 OSAA State Championship.
• Advanced Diploma Program College preparatory diploma requiring 26 credits across Bible, English, Math, Science, Social Science, Foreign Language, and electives; fulfills coursework requirements for selective college entrance including NCAA Division 1 or 2 athletics participation.
• Standard Diploma Program State-minimum diploma fulfilling high school graduation requirements and most college entrance requirements; replaces Foreign Language and additional Core Course requirements with elective credits.
• The Nest Student Support Services A private, quiet, safe on-campus space providing Biblically-based spiritual care, compassionate listening, and confidential support services; staffed by Mrs. Cody Schuman, Board Certified Trauma Chaplain, available during 1st & 4th periods and SOAR.
• International Student Program (F1 Visa) F1 visa-supported enrollment program for international students in grades 9-12; includes application processing, English documentation requirements, host family placement, and international student orientation. Application fee $500; registration fee $1,000.

Quantifiable outcome

• 65% of 2025 graduates received at least one concurrent college credit with an average of 16.5 credit hours earned per student, reducing college costs by a full year or more.
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Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration6 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• George Fox UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWCHS offers concurrent credit courses through George Fox University, allowing students to earn college credit for $75 per credit hour. Students can earn over a full year's worth of college credit by graduation. Eligible courses include AP Literature & Composition, AP Language & Composition, AP Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus AB/BC, AP Statistics, AP World History, AP European History, AP US History, Government Honors, Economics Honors, Anatomy & Physiology, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Physics, and AP Art courses. An additional fee is paid directly to George Fox University for college credit.
• Northwest Nazarene UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWCHS offers concurrent credit through Northwest Nazarene University, with Spanish 4 generating credit in SPAN 2015 & 2025 Intermediate Spanish (4 credits per semester) for the 2025-2026 school year.
• FACTS (Grant & Aid and Student Information Management)coreTechnology or IntegrationFACTS provides the Variable Tuition financial aid assessment platform (charging a $40-45 application fee) and the student information/billing system used for enrollment, tuition management, and parent communication. Both biological/legal parents must apply through FACTS if separated or divorced.
• George Fox University (Eagle Engineering Center Inspiration)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Eagle Engineering Center was inspired by the Engineering Maker Hub at George Fox University and features a field trip to the cadaver lab at George Fox University for the Anatomy & Physiology class.
• Private School Exchange (PSE)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrivate School Exchange (www.pse-edu.org) is the primary agency partner for recruiting international F1 visa students. Contact: Kellen Rhodes at 503.222.9803 or [email protected]. PSE helps facilitate international student placement at WCHS.
• Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA)coreOthersWCHS is a member of OSAA and competes in 3A athletics. The school participates in state championships across multiple sports and follows OSAA regulations for sports physicals, season start dates, and competitive cheerleading. OSAA provides the official sports schedule and results platform.
• AdvancEd (NCA)coreOthersWCHS is accredited by AdvancEd through the North Central Association (NCA) Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, validating educational quality standards.
• Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)coreOthersWCHS holds accreditation from ACSI, aligning with Christian school educational standards and best practices.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Crosshill Christian School: Vancouver, WA-based private Christian K-12 directly across the Portland metro from WCHS. Competes head-to-head for Christian families on the Oregon/Washington border.
• Maranatha Christian High School: Comparable-size Pacific Northwest Christian secondary school offering college-prep academics with faith integration; comparable OSAA-equivalent athletic participation and concurrent-credit models.
• Portland Christian Schools: Portland-area private Christian K-12 school. Comparable in mission, geography (Portland metro), and faith-based college-prep offering; directly competes for the same tuition-paying family segment at grade-9 entry.
• Horizon Christian School: Oregon-based private Christian school spanning K-12, with comparable size, faith-integrated college-prep curriculum, and Pacific Northwest tuition-sensitive family target market.
• Bellevue Christian School: Washington-state private Christian K-12 with a strong athletics and college-prep profile. Comparable in mission and program breadth, competing for similar Christian-college-prep families regionally.
• Portland Adventist Academy: Faith-based, college-preparatory secondary school in the Portland metro area. Comparable size, tuition tier, and faith-integrated academics serving a similar tuition-paying family segment.
• De La Salle North Catholic High School: Small Catholic high school in Portland metro providing faith-based college-prep education to an underserved, affordability-driven student body. Comparable faith-integrated model and Variable Tuition-equivalent accessibility programs.

Regional players

• Catlin Gabel School: Premium Portland-area independent K-12 school with overlapping college-prep mission and similar community-driven fundraising model, though larger and non-faith-based. Comparable admissions and tuition structures.

Others

• Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI): Accrediting/membership body that provides the ACSI standards and accreditation WCHS holds. Ecosystem participant, not a competitor, but materially shapes WCHS's accreditation standing and curriculum frameworks.
• Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA): Governing body for Oregon high school athletics in which WCHS competes (3A classification). Defines the competitive context, season rules, and championship framework in which WCHS builds brand recognition.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Profiles9 records

Funding overview

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