School Profile
Jupiter Christian School
School Overview
Founded in 1963, Jupiter Christian School is committed to excellence in teaching the mind, reaching the heart, and inspiring servant leaders to impact the world for Jesus Christ. Jupiter Christian School distinctively educates students in a Nurturing Community to Excel in life and Engage the world.
Jupiter Christian School serves approximately 625 students from PreK3-12th grade. The school is located in the heart of Jupiter, Florida, a thriving beach community situated just north of West Palm Beach. The year-round warm weather, beautiful beaches, and outstanding cultural opportunities make Jupiter a very attractive place to live and work. Jupiter Christian School offers a wealth of co-curricular experiences for students including athletics, fine arts, clubs, and organizations. All faculty members are expected to participate as either leaders or sponsors of at least one co-curricular activity.
School History
Jupiter Christian School opened in September of 1963. Classes were held for three and a half years in the educational building at the First Southern Methodist Church which later became Grace Immanuel Bible Church. Construction for the first school buildings began in July of 1966 on land donated in memory of Mr. And Mrs. Henry S. Pennock, Sr. Classes began in those buildings in January of 1967.
Major hurricanes in 2004 and 2005 devastated the school buildings. The loss of the elementary school building created an opportunity to build a new multi-story structure. This building opened for classes in the fall of 2006.