Christian school with specialized support for diverse learners
Pella Christian Grade School is a PreK-8 Christian school in Pella, Iowa that provides dedicated support for learners with diverse needs, including specialized programs for students with dyslexia, ADD/ADHD, and learning differences. The school's commitment to individualized attention is reflected in its average class size of 19 students and 45 classroom teachers, creating an environment where each student can thrive academically and socially.
Beyond core academics, Pella Christian offers a comprehensive approach to student development through its Spanish Immersion program, where students learn all subjects in Spanish, and a wide range of extracurricular activities including choir, marching band, athletics, and clubs like MathCounts and LEGO Club. These programs are designed to cater to varied interests and learning styles, ensuring that students with special needs find engaging and supportive pathways to success.
The school maintains a welcoming, faith-based community that supports students with different learning needs, with tuition starting at $9,000 annually and financial assistance available through Iowa Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) providing over $7,600 per student. Admissions are on a rolling basis, and the school's recognition as a Blue Ribbon School since 1993 underscores its commitment to excellence in education for all students, including those with special needs.
At a Glance
TypeSchool with Special Program Emphasis
GradesPrekindergarten-8
Students549
Class Size19:1 ratio
Tuition$9,000
Est.1912
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
Christian Schools International (CSI)
School Information
| School Type | School with Special Program Emphasis |
| Year Founded | 1912 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $9,000 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition assistance available, include Iowa Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) of over $7,600 per student. |
| Total Students | 549 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 45 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 10 |
| Average Class Size | 19 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-8 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Teresa Ulferts |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 3 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
DyslexiaESLReading and Math Support Services
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cross Country · Football · Softball · Track and Field · Volleyball · Wrestling |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Discipleship Groups · LEGO Club · MathCounts · Middle School House Groups · Arts and Music Programs: · Choir · Marching Band · Theater Troupe · Recreational Athletic Programs: · Clay Target Shooting |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Christian Schools International (CSI) |
| Religious Affiliations | Other |
| School Calendar | www.pceagles.org/calendar |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School · - Selected in 1993 · 1994 |
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