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#1142 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Heritage Christian School

School

9825 WOODLEY AVE, Northridge, CA 91343

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

1,005

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

1,005

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#1,142 of 1,787

In Northridge

#6 of 9

public schools

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About Heritage Christian School

Heritage Christian School is a private school in Northridge, CA. Heritage Christian School serves approximately 1,005 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,142 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.4 pts below CA schools

5.9

This school 5.9 · 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Heritage Christian School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Northridge, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.8:1

This School

21.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

1,005

This School

625

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.9

This School

7.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 29.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 27.6% vs 0%

Black 17.1% vs 0%

Asian 6.9% vs 0%

Heritage Christian School Northridge Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Heritage Christian School (this school)	—	1,005	15.8:1	5.9
Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary	1.0 mi	682	25.3:1	9.1
Oliver Wendell Holmes Middle	1.3 mi	871	20.7:1	8.2
Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy	1.4 mi	519	21.6:1	8.3
Andasol Avenue Elementary	1.7 mi	397	19.9:1	6.8
Northridge Academy High	2.2 mi	916	20.8:1	6.6
Lorne Street Elementary	2.8 mi	387	21.5:1	6.6
Northridge Middle	2.8 mi	724	15.1:1	6.5
Darby Avenue Elementary	3.0 mi	390	20.5:1	8.4
Calahan Street Elementary	3.3 mi	457	21.8:1	5.8
Magnolia Science Academy 7	3.4 mi	280	31.1:1	6.6
Topeka Charter School For Advanced Studies	3.5 mi	604	23.2:1	8.8
Valley International Preparatory High	3.8 mi	276	15.3:1	9.0
Beckford Charter for Enriched Studies	3.8 mi	599	25:1	9.2
Napa Street Elementary	3.9 mi	433	20.6:1	5.5
Alfred B. Nobel Charter Middle	3.9 mi	1,839	23.3:1	8.7

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

C+ 4.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.8:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,224

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 77%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 3.8 / 10

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Enrollment 1,005

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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 29.5%

Hispanic 27.6%

Two or More 17.9%

Black 17.1%

Asian 6.9%

Native American 0.8%

Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

9825 WOODLEY AVE, Northridge, CA 91343

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Mayall Street Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby North Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, George K. Porter Middle (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Granada Hills), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northridge, see our Northridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Gledhill Street Elementary North Hills	0.5 mi	362	6.2
Vintage Math/Science/Technology Magnet North Hills	0.5 mi	755	7.8
Albert Einstein Continuation North Hills	0.8 mi	67	5.4
Mayall Street Elementary North Hills	0.7 mi	473	9.4
James Monroe High North Hills	0.9 mi	1,944	6.4
George K. Porter Middle Granada Hills	1.0 mi	1,002	8.4
Valley Charter Elementary North Hills	1.0 mi	296	5.5
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER North Hills	0.9 mi	5	—
Compass Christian Academy Granada Hills	1.1 mi	8	—
Balboa Gifted/High Ability Magnet Elementary Northridge	1.0 mi	682	9.1
DE LA SALLE SCHOOL/ ST JOHN BAPTIST Granada Hills	1.2 mi	306	5.8
St. Nicholas School Northridge	1.1 mi	197	—
ST NICHOLAS SCHOOL Northridge	1.1 mi	181	5.3
NORTH VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL North Hills	1.4 mi	9	—
Haskell Elem Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math (STEAM) Magnet Granada Hills	1.4 mi	570	7.4
Valley Academy of Arts and Sciences Granada Hills	1.2 mi	794	7.5
Highland Hall Waldorf School Northridge	1.2 mi	210	—
HIGHLAND HALL WALDORF SCHOOL Northridge	1.2 mi	180	7.9
Francisco Sepulveda Middle North Hills	1.2 mi	1,101	4.6
Achievers Academy Preschool North Hills	1.3 mi	10	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 91343 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,719

Median Home Value

$751,000

Median Rent

$1,796/mo

Population

61,607

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

49.3%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

35.8

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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 1,005 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Christian School is 15.8:1. 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 #1,142 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Heritage Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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: 48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 29 Some Transit
Bike Score: 58 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 1,005
Gender Split: 55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 64
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Los Angeles County
Phone: (818) 894-5742

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