Christ School

Arden

North Carolina

United States

Overview

An Episcopal School for Boys, Christ School provides strong college preparation for boys of solid academic ability. School hallmarks include small classes (10-12 boys); 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. Athletics include 17 teams in 11 sports, which in many cases assures places for boys. Graduates attend leading national universities. Founded in 1900 Christ School sits on a beautiful campus just south of Asheville, NC.

Academics

Summary: While Christ School prepares you for the most competitive colleges in the nation, our challenging curriculum also prepares you for adult life. For this reason, we provide individualized attention and an environment designed to help you learn.

Department Director Brooke Depelteau

Student/Teacher Ratio: 5/1:

Average Class Size: 11

Summer Programs: Not Offered

Full Time Teachers: 45

Number of AP Courses Offered: 20

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 62%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Learning Support

Evening Study Assistance
Learning Center
Learning Differences Support
Technology Center
Writing Center
ADD/ADHD Support

English

Classics
Creative Writing
Honors
Literature
Playwriting
Poetry

History

European History
Honors
Medieval History
United States History
World History

Foreign Languages

Chinese-Mandarin
Spanish
Arabic

Religion / Philosophy

Religious Studies
The Bible
World Religions

Humanities / Social Sciences

Economics
Psychology

Sciences

Anatomy
Biology
Biotechnology
Chemistry
Earth Science
Electronics
Environmental Science
Physical Science
Physics
Physiology
Sports Medicine

Math

Computer Studies

Computer Applications
Multimedia
Computer Programming
Computer Science
Web Design

Music

Band
Choral Music
Music Appreciation
Music History
Music Theory
Songwriting

Performing / Visual Arts

Art History
Ceramics
Debate
Design
Drama
Drawing
Graphic Design
Journalism
Lighting Design
Painting
Photography
Pottery
Publications
Public Speaking
Stagecraft
Studio Art

Special Programs

Community Service
Independent Study
Internships
Leadership
Outdoor Education

Campus Life

Dorm Life

Number of Dorms: 6

Average Students Per Dorm: 0

Number of Girls Dorms: 0

Number of Boys Dorms: 6

Dorm Amenities

Laundry Facilities
Lounge
Wireless Internet

Other Dorm Amenities

Student Life

This is a place where you can relax, play ping pong, foosball or pool, watch a movie, or eat a pizza with friends. When it is time for quiet reflection, there are places for that in the century-old chapel or the 500-acre wooded campus.

Facilities

All-Weather Track
Baseball Field
Basketball Court
Fitness Center
Football Field
Indoor Basketball Court
Tennis Courts
Disc Golf

Other Facilities

Golf Short Game Facility

Clubs & Organizations

Astronomy Club
Chess Club
Community Service
Debate Club
Dorm Proctors
Environmental Club
Habitat for Humanity
Honor Council
International Club
Investment Club
Literary Magazine
National Honor Society
Newspaper
Peer Tutoring
Pep Club
Photography Club
Quiz Bowl
Scouting
Snowboarding Club
Student Activities
Student Government
Student Publications
Theater Club
Weightlifting Club
Yearbook
Young Democrats
Young Republicans

Arts & Athletics

Summary: Athletics is considered an integral part of Christ School's educational program. The student-athlete is expected to meet the rigorous demands of our academic program as well as practice and game requirements.

Arts Department Director: D. Patrick McMurry

Athletics Department Director: Scott Willard

Arts

Art History
Ceramics
Debate
Design
Drama
Drawing
Graphic Design
Journalism
Lighting Design
Painting
Photography
Pottery
Publications
Public Speaking
Stagecraft
Studio Art

Interscholastic Sports

Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country Running
Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Outdoor Education
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field
Ultimate Frisbee
Wrestling

Recreational Sports

Bowling
Camping
Canoeing
Cross Country Running
Freestyle Skiing
Golf
Hiking
Kayaking
Martial Arts
Mountain Biking
Outdoor Education
Racquetball
Rafting
Rock Climbing
Snowboarding
Squash
Swimming
Table Tennis
Tennis
Track and Field
Ultimate Frisbee
Weight Lifting
Disc Golf

Graduates

Summary: At Christ School, our comprehensive college counseling program starts in 9th grade. From that time on, your advisor helps you see how decisions about your academic career affect your chances of getting into the college you want to go to.

College Information

Percentage of graduates who attend college: 100%

Middle Percentile of SAT Scores	Reading	Math	Writing
25th percentile
75th percentile

College attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:

William and Mary: 3

Worcester Polytechnic Institute: 3

Wellesley: 3

St. Lawrence: 3

University of Michigan: 3

University of Pennsylvania: 3

Boston College: 3

Fordham University: 4

Cornell: 3

George Washington Universtiy: 4

Ithaca College: 4

University of Vermont: 5

UCONN: 4

Merit

Merit Scholarships: Offered

Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: 12%

Average Merit Scholarship: 10,235

Current Endowment Amount: $14,100,000

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Vital Information

Student Body Type: All Boys

Total Boarding: 194

Total Day: 97

Total Enrollment: 291

Boys: 291

Girls: 0

Boarding Grades Offered: 8-12

Day Grades Offered: 8-12

School Type: Middle, High School

Dress Code: Other

Applications Accepted: SAO

Application Deadline: Rolling

Tuition & Financial Aid

7-Day Boarding: $49,995

5-Day Boarding: N/A

Day Tuition Fee: $26,550

Need-Based Aid: Offered

Payment Plans: Offered

Students Receiving Aid: 57%

Average Awarded: $22,600

School Finances