After having attended public school, our son entered Houston Christian as a freshman and has really loved the academic rigors of the school. He was nowhere near challenged before and now we feel he will be very capable in college. This is a one sport school..if you child has visions of doing more it
... Read more is very difficult. This school really strives to develop the academic side of your child and is quite successful at it. Our son has really enjoyed his time here. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/11/09
HCHS is not a college preparatory high school; but a 'you better be prepared for college' high school. Students will do well here if they are self-motivated learners. This school is not for everybody. If you are a minority, then I would consider checking into the demographic breakdown and find out
... Read more how many of the minority students actually excel here. Some of the teachers have great hearts; but I would question the motivation of some of the teachers. If you child is an athlete, a word of warning student athletes are looked down upon at this campus - they like students, not student-athletes. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/03/09
My son recently transferred from a local 4 year private school, Pope John 23 to Houston Christian in his senior year and after 1st 1/2 year he is making 3.4 average and has not looked back to his previous school. he is extemely happy at HCHS. Houston Christian is a premier private school in Houston
... Read more Area and as parents we are happy with this school for our son. He has applied to 5 colleges and so far has gotten accetance to one after only 3 weeks of application. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/30/08
HCHS is the rising star among Houston private schools. It has first rate facilities on the largest contiguous campus in Houston (45 acres), a caring and plugged-in administration, and an academic curriculum as challenging as you want it to be. Kids are good kids, the few problems are dealt with quickly,
... Read more and the community is like family. Although not as well known as some (since it's only been around since 1998), this school is among the tops in Texas private education. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/13/06
We have had one graduate (now attending Wheaton College in IL) and one is a junior. While no school is perfect, this school is a blessing to us. Strong academics, fabulous coaches, caring staff, and a first rate fine arts program make this a wonderful choice. There are AP classes for just about every
... Read more subject, as well as the Distinguished Scholars Program for those kids looking for an opportunity to dig deeper. There is also the Discovery Program for kids with learning disabilities. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/12/05
In my initial meeting with the school, I learned that the high school students do an average of 5 to 6 hours of homework a night. This strikes me as a school for those students who already perform at a high academic level, and who would probably do well at any competitive high school. The drug use
... Read more problem was described as an 'isolated incident, from several years ago'. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/01/05
Challenging college prep school offers Distinguished Scholars and full range of AP classes. Outstanding choir (state champions 7 years). Facilities are state of the art, with new technology. All athletic opportunities are available, including golf, swimming, and tennis. Parents are very involved and
... Read more administration welcomes involvement. The school also offers program for those with learning challenges. This is an outstanding private school! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/03/05
I was a former student at this school. A great staff and excellent academics are not the only necessary qualifications for a good school. The student body is very selective of whom it welcomes with open arms. Instrumental music programs suffer from lack of administrative backing. Science and Social
... Read more Science classes suffer from 'waterdowned' curriculums avoiding controversial but true topics. If you send your child to this school, be sure to monitor with whom they interact on a social level. Drug use is prevalent among upperclassmen and some underclassmen. Also, the school claims to be non-denominational but in fact the campus is very Baptist oriented. I strongly recommend considering other schools. Fall back on HCHS as a last resort. Read less
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Houston schools — Houston Christian High School is located at 2700 W Sam Houston Pkwy, Houston TX 77043. 2700 W Sam Houston Pkwy is in the Spring Branch West neighborhood and 77043 ZIP code in Houston, TX Houston Christian High School is a Private school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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