Admissions
Admissions FAQ's
Horizon Christian School is a premier private christian school educating Pre-K through 12th grade in Hood River, Oregon.
Biblical truth is the core foundation of everything we do at Horizon, as described in our mission statement. Find out more on our Vision & Missions page.
We stress a challenging academic program that includes skill building, critical thinking, spiritual and character development. We integrate a biblical worldview using both Christian and secular textbooks and materials.
As an accredited school we are a member of one of the nation’s six regional accrediting associations. Approximately 1,656 public and private schools in the Northwest region are accredited by the NWAC.
Horizon has over 30 people on staff. All our faculty carry higher education degrees including nine Masters, one PhD, one Special Ed certification, and an ordained minister. Over 3/4 of faculty are state certified.
The Horizon campus sits on eight scenic acres in the heights of Hood River, Oregon with views of Mt Hood to the south and Mt. Adams to the north. Our beautiful facility boasts large classrooms and labs, gymnasium & cafeteria, office spaces, sports fields and much more.
162 on-campus students at Horizon
40 Home School program students
20+ local churches represented
Horizon admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
Horizon is committed to granting access to as many students as possible. Through our Variable Tuition program, no student pays more than 80% of the actual cost of a Horizon education. Visit our Variable Tuition page for full information.
We would love to schedule a personal tour with you. Please contact our admissions office by phone or email to make arrangements.
Yes! The best way to discover what sets Horizon apart is to experience it first hand. Students 5th grade and up are invited to be a ‘Hawk for a Day’ where they will be paired with host student, attending classes and other activities that happen during a school day.
Horizon offers bus service with stops in Mosier, The Dalles, Lyle, and the Bingen Park and Ride. For more information on schedule and fees, Visit our Bus Service page.
Our well-coached Horizon Hawks soccer, cross country, basketball, track and field, and golf teams are frequent contenders for division titles at the 1A – OSAA level. Our organized sports programs begin at 5th grade and offer significant playing time, and a “classroom” for teaching character development and exceptional sportsmanship.
Application to Horizon
Welcome to Horizon Christian School, home of the Hawks! Our admissions team is here to help connect families and students with the mission at Horizon, ensuring your application process is a smooth one.
With it’s warm and friendly environment, strong academics, and emphasis on values such as respect, integrity, honesty, and compassion, we believe you may find just the right fit for your child at Horizon.
What is Horizon looking for in Applicants?
Admission Process
Families should be committed in their desire to enroll before submitting an application. While the application does not guarantee enrollment, it provides the best opportunity for enrolling in grades with limited space.
Families in the application process for admission to Horizon Christian are required to complete the admission and registration process within two weeks of receiving notification of acceptance and/or a tuition assistance award. If not, we’ll release the spot and monies to other individuals.
Horizon Christian School uses the ‘Wait-Pool’ model for each grade level after classroom capacity has been reached. To be added to our Wait Pool, applications must be submitted in their entirety. You will receive communication if your student has been placed in the Wait Pool. Students will remain in the Wait Pool until a spot becomes available, at which point you will be contacted to proceed to the next steps.
Apply for Admission:
The following application documents should be completely in their entirety and returned to:
rcaldwell@horizonchristianschool.org
Once received, you will be contacted to set up a tour.
Student Application (K-12)
PreK Application
Release of Academic Records
Parent Admission Agreement
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SHARE YOUR INTEREST
Contact our admissions team to gather more information or to schedule your personal campus tour.
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VISIT OUR CAMPUS
We love to meet with perspective families during a 1-hour campus tour. See the campus, meet faculty and staff, and ask lots of questions!
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BEGIN THE APPLICATION
Apply for admission online or by picking up an information packet at the school front office.
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APPLY FOR ADMISSION
Simply return your completed application packet to our admissions team and you’re on your way to confirming admission!
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