2014–2015 School Profile School Code: 263121
Head of School - Tom Stoner, EdD Assistant Head of School - Jim Sefrit, EdD Director of Admissions - Peggy Johnson
Director of Guidance - Kathy Karigan College Counselor - Kate Kindbom College Counselor - Chrissy Guerra
800 Maryville Centre Drive Town & Country, MO 63017 314.997.2900 • Fax 314.997.2903
Mission:
Financial Aid:
Westminster Christian Academy honors Jesus Christ by providing an excellent education, rooted in biblical truth, as interpreted by the Westminster Confession of Faith for the children of Christian parents. Faculty and staff enable students to discover and embrace a biblical view of the world and integrate that view into every area of life.
$1.6 million awarded to 23% of student body
Faculty/Student Ratio: 1 to 12.8
Accreditation & Membership:
Accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Central States and member of MOACAC, NACAC, The College Board, NAIS, Independent Schools of St. Louis, Christian Schools Association of St. Louis, Christian Schools International, and North American Coalition for Christian Admissions Professionals (NACCAP)
Community:
Westminster Christian Academy enrolls 1,010 students in grades 7 through 12 during a two-semester calendar. It is located in suburban St. Louis County, Missouri, 20 minutes from downtown St. Louis. The school serves students from the St. Louis metropolitan area and western Illinois.
Average Class Size: 17.3
School:
A+ A A- B+ B B-
Admission:
The Admissions Committee evaluates each student on the basis of formal application, previous school records, recommendations, and a personal interview with parents and student. Admissions decisions are based on the applicant’s potential for success in the Westminster program and the Christian testimony of parents and student.
Post-High School Plans: 2014 2013 2012 2011 gpa ranges College Bound Four-year Colleges Two-year Colleges Missions/Work/Military
4.0+ 97% 97% 98% 99% 3.9 - 3.7 - 3.4 91% 93% 93% 97% 3.6 3.3 - 3.1 6% 4% 5% 2% 3.0 - 2.8 2.7 - 2.5 - 2.2 3% 3% 2% 1% 2.4 2.1 - 1.9
= 98–100 = 93–97 = 90–92 = 87–89 = 83–86 = 80–82
Class Rank: 41
Number of Students
As of the34 2005-2006 school year, Westminster stopped reporting 24% 31 22% class rank. 37 Grade 27% point average by year and cumulative grade point 24 17% average are reported. 10 7% 29%
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GPA Profile for Class of 2015: (6 Semesters / Class Size: 183)
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41
40
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37 31
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90 full-time / 10 part-time, 65% hold advanced degrees, and 7 with doctorates. Experience: 0–5 years 56% 6–15 years 32% 16+ years 12%
77–79 (2.333) 73–76 (2.000) 70–72 (1.667) 67–69 (1.333) 63–66 (1.000) 60–62 (0.667) Below 60 (0.000)
A student meets with his or her English teacher for a one-on-one conference during his or her freshman and senior years.Together, they review the strengths and weaknesses of the student’s essays so that he or she may revise and improve his or her work.
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Faculty:
(4.333) (4.000) (3.667) (3.333) (3.000) (2.667)
Special Curriculum Features:
2014 College Matriculation Characteristics: • 58% Public / 42% Private • 51% In-state / 49% Out-of-state • 10% of college-bound students chose Christian colleges • 24% of private college-bound students chose Christian colleges
C+ = C = C- = D+ = D = D- = F =
Grading System:
Founded in 1976 as an independent, coeducational Christian day school, Westminster provides a comprehensive college preparatory program that develops competence in Bible, English, fine arts, foreign language, history, mathematics, physical education, science, and practical arts. The school seeks to equip students for effective service and leadership by helping them to grow academically, socially, and spiritually.
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25 20 15
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0 4.0+
3.9 - 3.7
3.6 - 3.4
A U.S. Department of Education Recognized School of Excellence
3.3 - 3.1
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3.0 - 2.8
2.7 - 2.5
2.4 - 2.2
2.1 - 1.9