Academics at Intermountain Christian School
The backbone of any school is its academic program. At Intermountain Christian School, our academic program is designed to equip and inspire students to thrive in a Christ-centered learning environment. As a private Christian school in the Salt Lake City area serving students from PreK through 12th grade, ICS offers a unique and compelling combination of strong academics, small class sizes, and a biblically integrated educational experience.
Our faculty is educationally talented, with 100% holding college degrees and 46% holding graduate or doctoral degrees. ICS has scored above average on MAP, Aspire, and regional tests, and teaches classes at the honors level in middle school and high school. We also offer a diverse array of elective courses and co-curricular programs, encouraging students to explore how God has uniquely gifted them.
Fully Accredited by ACSI International and Cognia
Intermountain Christian School is fully accredited by ACSI International and Cognia, reflecting our commitment to educational quality, continuous improvement, and Christian school excellence.
What Makes Academics at ICS Special
The Core of Our School Is Our Talented Teachers
From PreK through 12th grade, the ICS faculty is well-trained and gifted. All teaching staff hold a bachelor’s degree, 41% hold a master’s degree, and 6% hold a PhD. ICS teachers are passionate about their subject matter and seek to inspire students to love learning.
A commonly heard description of our teachers is “caring.” Our teachers invest in students personally, model Christian character, and help create a school culture where students are known, encouraged, and challenged.
We Value Small Class Sizes and Personalized Attention
Small class sizes are one of the strengths of a private Christian school education at ICS. Teachers invest in each student relationally, tailor instruction to meet specific needs, and partner with parents to know each child well.
Beyond the classroom, students have opportunities to catch up or move ahead through tutoring, reading intervention, a learning lab, and the support of an administrative team that is cheering them on.
Calling Every Student to Achieve Academic Excellence
Not tied down by tradition or political regulations, our educators are free to implement evidence-based educational best practices and respond to what works in the classroom so students are appropriately challenged and supported in their learning.
We want students to work hard, grow in confidence, and develop the skills they need for long-term success. At ICS, academic excellence is pursued not for achievement alone, but to help students grow into the people God created them to be.
We Maintain High Academic Standards
ICS has scored above average on MAP, Aspire, and regional tests, with classes taught at the honors level in middle school and high school. Our pursuit is to assign appropriately challenging materials so students are equipped to grow, achieve, and prepare well for what comes next.
We aim to maintain high academic standards while also providing the support students need to thrive at every stage of their education.
Interesting and Varied Electives and Co-Curricular Activities
We offer a diverse array of elective courses and co-curricular programs, encouraging students to participate broadly and discover new interests. These opportunities allow students to explore how God has uniquely gifted them.
Academic life at ICS extends beyond core coursework. We believe in whole-person development, and this takes place also in electives, activities, arts, athletics, leadership, and other student experiences.
Biblically Integrated Educational Experience
All faculty and staff at ICS are required to sign a Statement of Faith and display evidence of a born-again Christian life. Bible is a core class for every grade level, and we seek to integrate biblical truth into all classroom material. At ICS, Christian education is not limited to chapel or Bible class alone. We want students to see God’s truth across every subject and grow in wisdom as they engage the world around them. We use a framework called Teaching for Transformation (TfT) that helps our teachers integrate faith into their classrooms.
Come See Our Classrooms in Action
Schedule a Campus Tour
The best way to understand academics at ICS is to experience them firsthand. Schedule a campus tour during a school day to visit our classrooms, meet our teachers and students, and see how strong academics, small class sizes, and biblical worldview integration shape the learning experience.
Schedule an in-person or virtual campus tour to see if Intermountain Christian School is the right academic fit for your family.
Explore Academics by Grade Level
Every stage of learning matters, and ICS is committed to supporting students with age-appropriate academic growth from the earliest years through graduation. Explore how our academic program takes shape at each level:
PreK
Early learning in a nurturing, Christ-centered environment that builds curiosity, confidence, and readiness for school.
Kindergarten
Strong academic foundations in reading, writing, math, and classroom habits, taught with personalized care and joyful structure.
Elementary School
Core skill development, growing independence, and a love of learning shaped by strong instruction and biblical truth.
Middle School
Increased academic challenge, honors-level coursework, and guided growth during the important transition into adolescence.
High School
Honors-level academics, deeper critical thinking, and preparation for college, career, and faithful Christian living.
Whether your child is just beginning school or is well into high school, ICS provides a private Christian school experience in the Salt Lake City area that values strong academics, personal attention, and rich learning rooted in a biblical worldview.
