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Heritage Christian School

School

22081 HIDALGO, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

254

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

254

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#545 of 1,787

In Mission Viejo

#1 of 4

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About Heritage Christian School

Heritage Christian School is a private school in Mission Viejo, CA. Heritage Christian School serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #545 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.6 pts above CA schools

6.9

This school 6.9 · Average
CA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Heritage Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

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How Heritage Christian School compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Mission Viejo, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.3:1

This School

20.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

254

This School

627

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.9

This School

7.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 50% vs 0%

Hispanic 25.2% vs 0%

Asian 8.3% vs 0%

Black 6.7% vs 0%

Heritage Christian School Mission Viejo Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Heritage Christian School (this school)	—	254	10.3:1	6.9
Del Lago Elementary	0.4 mi	359	23.9:1	3.9
Trabuco Hills High	0.9 mi	2,507	23:1	7.6
Glen Yermo Elementary	1.1 mi	318	17.7:1	7.9
Castille Elementary	1.9 mi	497	22.6:1	9.0
Silverado High	2.1 mi	248	14.6:1	5.6
Montevideo Elementary	2.1 mi	456	22.8:1	6.0
Philip J. Reilly Elementary	2.3 mi	418	20.9:1	9.0
SVUSD Virtual Academy (Alternative)	2.5 mi	161	12.4:1	6.8
Los Alisos Intermediate	2.6 mi	611	20.4:1	6.3
Del Cerro Elementary	2.8 mi	381	22.4:1	7.6
De Portola Elementary	2.8 mi	567	28.4:1	7.9
La Tierra Early Childhood Center	3.0 mi	1	—:1	—
Fred Newhart Middle	3.0 mi	1,083	19.7:1	7.7
Esperanza Education Center	3.1 mi	77	12.8:1	3.8
La Paz Intermediate	3.2 mi	707	22.8:1	7.8
Mission Viejo High	3.2 mi	1,628	22.9:1	7.3
Linda Vista Magnet Elementary	3.3 mi	278	21.4:1	5.6
Bathgate Elementary	4.3 mi	579	24.1:1	8.1
Viejo Elementary	4.8 mi	451	25.1:1	7.8
Carl Hankey Elementary	5.0 mi	318	24.5:1	7.7

Showing 20 of 22 schools. View all schools in Mission Viejo

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention

B+ 6.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.3:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 4.8 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,170

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 65%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 254

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 50.0%

Hispanic 25.2%

Asian 8.3%

Black 6.7%

Native American 3.5%

Pacific Islander 3.1%

Two or More 3.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

22081 HIDALGO, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Castille Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Aliso Viejo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glen Yermo Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mission Viejo, see our Mission Viejo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Del Lago Elementary Mission Viejo	0.4 mi	359	3.9
Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County Aliso Viejo	0.9 mi	660	8.3
Trabuco Hills High Mission Viejo	0.9 mi	2,507	7.6
VILLAGE MONTESSORI CENTER Mission Viejo	1.0 mi	5	—
Lake Forest Elementary Lake Forest	0.9 mi	688	5.2
Glen Yermo Elementary Mission Viejo	1.1 mi	318	7.9
HERITAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lake Forest	1.5 mi	16	—
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Lake Forest	1.4 mi	178	6.0
BELLA MONTESSORI SCHOOLS Lake Forest	1.8 mi	10	—
Castille Elementary Mission Viejo	1.9 mi	497	9.0
Fusion Academy Mission Viejo Mission Viejo	1.8 mi	42	—
PILLARS ACADEMY Mission Viejo	1.9 mi	12	—
Pillars Academy Mission Viejo	1.9 mi	15	—
LAKE FOREST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lake Forest	1.7 mi	17	—
Rahma Academy Lake Forest	2.2 mi	28	—
Montevideo Elementary Mission Viejo	2.1 mi	456	6.0
Fulbright Montessori Academy Lake Forest	2.1 mi	11	—
FULBRIGHT MONTESSORI ACADEMY Lake Forest	2.1 mi	20	—
El Toro High Lake Forest	1.9 mi	1,972	7.9
La Madera Elementary Lake Forest	1.9 mi	602	6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92691 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$135,779

Median Home Value

$916,800

Median Rent

$2,517/mo

Population

46,618

College Educated

46.5%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

44.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heritage Christian School

What grades does Heritage Christian School serve?

Heritage Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Heritage Christian School?

Heritage Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Christian School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Heritage Christian School rank in CA?

Heritage Christian School ranks #545 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Heritage Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Heritage Christian School a private school?

Yes, Heritage Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Heritage Christian School a religious school?

Heritage Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 15 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 254
Gender Split: 55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 25
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Orange County
Phone: (949) 598-9166

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