School Profile
Central Christian School
School Overview
Founded in 1948, Central Christian has remained true to its mission and purpose of molding the hearts and minds of students in grades Pre-K through 12th grade in the absolute truth of God’s Word. We are a growing interdenominational school that encourages Christian families to “train up their child in the way that they should go.” As an accredited member of ACSI our teachers are required to hold valid ACSI certification.
Our mission remains firm, to educate, equip, and edify every student to exalt the name of Jesus Christ. Everything we do seeks to accomplish that very end, to exalt the name of Jesus Christ.
School History
Central Christian High School opened in September 1950 after being incorporated in 1948 as Central Kansas Bible Academy. The name was changed to Central Christian High School by corporate vote in 1955. CCS was founded by representatives of various Mennonite denominations as a result of their concern for young people. Leaders of those Mennonite denominations not only felt that students of high school age should have Christian teaching, but also were convinced that a biblical emphasis could only be given at a school which they owned and controlled. As the school grew, many different denominations became represented in the student body and faculty. Today, Central Christian is a Christian interdenominational school representing over thirty-five churches.
The junior high school opened in 1971, allowing the training of students in seventh and eighth grades. Grades K–6 were added in 1975, giving CCS a K–12 program for Christian education. In order to provide parents with a wholesome, Christian environment for their children that establishes excellent preparation for kindergarten, in 1980, a preschool and child care center serving children between the ages of 2 ½ and 5 was added.
In 2022, a concrete-paved parking lot was opened in December. In 2023, four secondary classrooms were completed. In 2024, a new wellness center was built. In 2025, the new Early Education School was built and opened, serving six-weeks-old through school age.
It remains the prayer of the teachers, staff, and board of trustees members that everyone who has ever been impacted by CCS will go into the world as a positive influence for Jesus Christ.