Whittier Christian High School
Whittier Christian High School reported $10.6 million in revenue and $11.6 million in expenses for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. Of every $100 it spent, $73.27 went to program services, $23.90 to management and general costs and $2.83 to fundraising. Its largest source of revenue was program service revenue such as fees, sales and contracts: 88.7% of the total. The highest compensation it reported for one person was $249,789 (HEAD OF SCHOOL). 7 people received more than $100,000 in reportable compensation. Revenue rose 9% between FY2021 and FY2025. Source: Form 990, FY2025.
Where $100 of spending went
The fiscal year ending June 30, 2025 · Form 990, Part IX, line 25 · total expenses $12MFor context, the median across 5,499 covered education charities: $85.56 programs, $13.59 management, $0.85 fundraising (medians computed separately, so they may not sum to $100).
Where $100 of revenue came from
The fiscal year ending June 30, 2025 · Form 990, Part VIII · total revenue $11MThe 990 scorecard · same measures for every charity, no grades
| Measure | FY2025 | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Program services Part IX 25(B) ÷ 25(A) | 73.3% | 84.4% |
| Management & general Part IX 25(C) ÷ 25(A) | 23.9% | 13.4% |
| Fundraising Part IX 25(D) ÷ 25(A) | 2.8% | 0.8% |
| Fundraising cost per $1 of contributions Part IX 25(D) ÷ Part VIII 1h | $0.77 | $0.04 |
| Contributions & grants share of revenue Part VIII 1h ÷ 12 | 4.0% | 19.1% |
| Government grants share of revenue Part VIII 1e ÷ 12 | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| Program service revenue share Part VIII 2g ÷ 12 | 88.7% | 69.9% |
| Highest reported compensation Part VII-A, columns D–F | $249,789 | $331,578 |
| Highest compensation as share of expenses Part VII-A ÷ Part IX 25(A) | 2.16% | 1.28% |
| People paid over $100,000 Part VII, line 2 | 7 | 8 |
| Net assets, in months of expenses Part X 33(B) ÷ monthly expenses | 6.2 | 13.3 |
| Independent voting board members Part VI 1a–1b | 7 of 7 | 100.0% |
A median is context, not a target: hospitals, universities, food banks and grantmakers spend in very different ways. What these measures can and can't tell you.
What the money paid for, in its own words
FY2025 · Form 990, Part III · the three largest programs by expenseLeadership and influence of faculty and staffat wchs, we recognize that the key to equipping the minds and spirits of our students lies in their regular engagement with teachers and staff members who authentically live out their faith in christ on a daily basis.we allocate resources to attract and develop staff who are deeply committed to the mission of wchs. Each member of our team is not only a person of character, devoted to loving god and seeking the best for our students, but also possesses expertise in their chosen field and the ability to communicate creatively and effectively both…
Extracurricular activities at wchsat wchs, we believe in nurturing more than just academic excellence; we provide a vibrant platform for students to engage in a diverse range of extracurricular activites.athletics: our High School athletes benefit immensely from the mentoring and training provided by coaches who are passionate about both their sport and the holistic development of our students. Whether participating in our boys or girls' sports teams, or as members of our cheer team, students are encouraged to embody drive, discipline, and character through athletic competition. While league…
Financial aidour goal at wchs is not only to sustain but also to build upon our institution, maintaining a generous spirit and ensuring that the doors of opportunity remain wide open for all students through financial aid. We understand that financial constraints can often be a barrier to enrollment. To address this challenge, we have established a formal financial aid program aimed primarily at assisting families based on their demonstrated need.each family interested in financial aid submits their financial information which is reviewed by a financial aid committee. Recommendations and…
Highest reported compensation
FY2025 · Form 990, Part VII, Section A · roles as filed; names are in the filing, not here| Role | From this org | From related orgs | Other | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEAD OF SCHOOL Officer, 50.00 hrs/week | $237,456 | $0 | $12,333 | $249,789 |
| EMPLOYEE Highest compensated employee, 40.00 hrs/week | $125,000 | $0 | $28,533 | $153,533 |
| CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Officer, 40.00 hrs/week | $123,362 | $0 | $22,792 | $146,154 |
| SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER Highest compensated employee, 40.00 hrs/week | $113,613 | $0 | $19,915 | $133,528 |
| ATHLETIC DIRECTOR Officer, 40.00 hrs/week | $112,570 | $0 | $17,841 | $130,411 |
| MARKETING DIRECTOR Highest compensated employee, 40.00 hrs/week | $119,124 | $0 | $6,401 | $125,525 |
| EMPLOYEE Highest compensated employee, 40.00 hrs/week | $100,090 | $0 | $22,678 | $122,768 |
7 people received more than $100,000 in reportable compensation from Whittier Christian High School (Part VII, line 2).
5 years of filings
Form 990, Parts I, VII, IX and X · each row is that year's own filing, linkedGovernance answers, as filed
FY2025 · the organization's own yes/no answers; explanations, if any, are in Schedule O of the filing · what each means- Voting board members, and how many are independent Part VI, lines 1a–1b7 · 7 independent
- Audited financial statements Part XII 2bYes
- Conflict-of-interest policy Part VI 12aYes
- Whistleblower policy Part VI 13Yes
- Document retention policy Part VI 14Yes
- Independent process for top executive pay Part VI 15aYes
- Board given the 990 before filing Part VI 11aYes
- Family or business ties among insiders Part VI 2No
- Aware of a significant diversion of assets Part VI 5No
- Excess benefit transaction with an insider Part IV 25aNo
- Loans to or from insiders outstanding Part IV 26No
- Lobbying, or a 501(h) election in effect Part IV 4No
- Over $15,000 of professional fundraising services Part IV 18No
- Over $10,000 of activity outside the U.S. Part IV 14bNo
- Employees Part I, line 5139
- Volunteers Part I, line 675
Largest outside contractors
FY2025 · Form 990, Part VII, Section B · businesses only| GREENBERG GROSS LLP Legal fees/settlements | $2,000,000 |
| THE BUS DOCTOR 1 LLC Maintenance and repair services | $117,327 |
Individuals listed as contractors are left out. 2 contractors were paid more than $100,000 in all.
Private foundation grants it received
2 private foundations reported grants to Whittier Christian High School totaling $509 on their tax year 2023 Form 990-PF returns. See which foundations, on WHOFUNDS.
Source: WHOFUNDS open grant graph, matched from Form 990-PF Part XV.
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Of every $100 Whittier Christian High School spent in FY2025, $73.27 went to programs. The full breakdown, from its IRS Form 990:
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Questions people ask
How much of Whittier Christian High School's spending goes to programs?
In the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, Whittier Christian High School reported that 73.3% of its $11.6 million in expenses went to program services, 23.9% to management and general and 2.8% to fundraising (Form 990, Part IX).
How much does Whittier Christian High School pay its top executive?
The largest total compensation Whittier Christian High School reported for one person in the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025 was $249,789, for the role of HEAD OF SCHOOL (Form 990, Part VII, including compensation from related organizations and other compensation).
Where does Whittier Christian High School get its money?
Of $10.6 million in revenue in the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, 4.0% came from contributions and grants and 88.7% from program service revenue (Form 990, Part VIII).
Is Whittier Christian High School a registered charity?
The IRS lists EIN 95-2002095 as a 501(c)(3) organization (school), and its records show contributions as tax-deductible. Form 990 filings on record here cover tax years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024. A filing shows what the organization reported; it doesn't by itself show whether a program works.
Sources
- FY2025: Form 990 for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, object 202611359349313221 · read the filing · XML
- FY2024: Form 990 for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, object 202521359349316462 · read the filing
- FY2023: Form 990 for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, object 202431319349305183 · read the filing
- FY2022: Form 990 for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, object 202300449349301925 · read the filing
- FY2021: Form 990 for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021, object 202230349349300408 · read the filing
All filings for EIN 95-2002095: ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer · IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search. Figures are as the organization reported them; we have not audited them.