Christ-centered Kindergarten – 8th grade education in Portland, Oregon
In 1949, six families felt called to establish a Christian school on the west side of town. Now three generations of students have called WHCS their home. Nestled in the foothills of Southwest Portland, Oregon, West Hills Christian School has been providing a quality Christian education to families of the Pacific Northwest for almost 75 years.
Through a compelling combination of quality teachers, first-rate enrichment classes, superb facilities and a commitment to strong academic, athletic and extracurricular programs, West Hills provides a dynamic, supportive learning environment where students are both challenged and loved well.
West Hills Christian School, a campus of Westside Christian Schools of Portland, provides exceptional Christian education rooted in God’s Word. We prayerfully partner with parents to help students grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ, to inspire lifelong learning, and to joyfully serve others for the glory of God.
"Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity." -Colossians 3:13-14
The Board, families and staff of WCS affirm these biblical truths:
We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative, inerrant Word of God (2 Tim. 3:15; 2 Peter 1:21).
We believe there is only one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit (Gen. 1:1; Matt. 28:19; John 10:30). We believe in the deity of Christ (John 10:33); His virgin birth (Isaiah 7:14; Matthew 1:23; Luke 1:35); His sinless life (Heb. 4:15; 7:26); His miracles (John 2:11); His vicarious and atoning death (I Cor. 15:3; Eph. 1:7; Heb. 2:9); His resurrection (John 11:25; 1 Cor. 15:4); His ascension to the right hand of the Father (Mark 16:19); His personal return in power and glory (Acts 1:11; and Rev. 19:11).
We believe in the absolute necessity of regeneration by the Holy Spirit for salvation because of the exceeding sinfulness of human nature; and that we are justified on the single ground of faith in the shed blood of Christ and that only by God’s grace and through faith alone we are saved (John 3:16-19; 5:24; Romans 3:23; 5:8-9; Eph. 2:9-10; Titus 3:5).
We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost; they that are saved unto the resurrection of life, and they that are lost unto the resurrection of damnation (John 5:28-29).
We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in our Lord Jesus Christ (Romans 8:9; I Cor. 12:12-13; Gal. 3:26-28).
We believe that heaven and hell are definite places (Rev. 21, Matt 25:46, 2 Thes. 1:9, John 14:2, Ps 23:6).
We believe in the present ministry of the Holy Spirit by whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a godly life (Romans 8:13-14; I Cor. 3:16; 6:19-20; Eph. 4:30; 5:18).
The Bible itself, as the inspired and infallible Word of God that speaks with the final authority concerning truth, morality, and the proper conduct of mankind, is the sole and final source of all that we believe. The decisions of the Board of Directors will be the final and decisive determination of the application and interpretation of such scriptural authority.
We believe that God has created with purpose each person as male or female, that marriage is distinctly sanctioned by God as a union of one man and one woman, and that sexual intimacy is only to occur in marriage. (Gen 2:22-24, Matt 19:4-6, Mark 10:6-9, Rom 1:26-27, 1 Cor 6:9, 18, 7:2, Heb 13:4.
We aspire that our graduates will:
West Hills Christian School was founded in 1949 by six families who felt called to establish a Christian school on the west side of town. The school was originally housed the basement of Hillcrest Bible Chapel. It was later moved to two other church basement locations before the present property was purchased and a permanent building erected. Our beginnings were small: twenty-one students in grades one through six. Under the Lord’s blessing, West Hills Christian School continues to provide an exceptional Christian education in accordance with God’s Word, prayerfully partnering with families to help students grow in their love for the Lord, inspiring lifelong learning, and joyfully serving others for the glory of God.
| Portland | 40% |
| Tigard | 17% |
| Lake Oswego | 13% |
| Tualatin | 10% |
| Beaverton | 8% |
| West Linn | 5% |
| Wilsonville | 3% |
| Other | 4% |
Sixty local churches are represented by our school community, including Lutheran, Baptist, Catholic, Foursquare and Presbyterian faith traditions. Interdenominational chapels are held weekly on campus for students and staff.
Since our inception in 1949, more than 2,000 students have graduated from West Hills Christian School.
Cognia conducts rigorous, on-site reviews of educational institutions to ensure their continuous improvement.
Association of Christian Schools International promotes Christian education and provides training and resources to Christian schools and educators.
Northwest Evaluation Association creates assessment solutions that precisely measure growth and proficiency and provides insights to help tailor instruction.
As a non-denominational Christian school, our school community represents over 60 different local churches in the greater Portland area. While our school has stewarded growth and improvement over time, our mission remains unchanged: to provide an exceptional Christian education in accordance with God’s Word for students in kindergarten through 8th grade. Three generations of alumni have returned to educate their children here…we encourage you to schedule a tour and find out why!
We are excited to introduce you to our school and share the story of what makes this place so special. West Hills has been partnering with parents for nearly 75 years, to not only provide a quality Christian education, but to equip families as their children mature in their relationships with the Lord. The opportunity to walk together in community as families raise their children together and encourage one another along the journey, is a unique characteristic of our school. My story here began when my husband started at West Hills in 1st grade, when I wasn’t even living in Portland. I later joined as a parent and teacher, and now principal. I have worked in education as a teacher in private, public, homeschool, and even hospital school environments. After almost 25 years of teaching, I moved into administration with the goal of supporting and encouraging teachers and staff, in order to provide the best opportunity for students and families to thrive, as well.
I am so thankful for the gift of West Hills. It is a unique ministry to be able to work at a Christian school, where we can teach students holistically, strengthening their hearts, minds, and bodies, to build the kingdom of God. I am excited for all that lies ahead for our school, and I’m grateful that the Lord has given me the opportunity to work with such a fantastic team and community.
Kim Mills
Principal
West Hills Christian School
Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy as to Students
West Hills Christian School admits students of any race, color, and national or 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, and national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
