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#28 of 188 private schools in CO

Top 14% of private schools

Heritage Christian Academy

School

3965 CLEARVIEW LOOP, Colorado Springs, CO 80911

Private

Enrollment

58

Student-Teacher

4.4:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Colorado private schools

#28 of 188

In Colorado Springs

#4 of 11

public schools

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Heritage Christian Academy

7.4/10

School in Colorado Springs · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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5.6/10

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About Heritage Christian Academy

Heritage Christian Academy is a private school in Colorado Springs, CO. Heritage Christian Academy serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 188 private schools in CO.

How it compares1.2 pts above CO schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • CO avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 58 students, Heritage Christian Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 4.4:1 students to teachers, Heritage Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Heritage Christian Academy 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 Academy compares to 181 public schools serving similar grades in Colorado Springs, CO

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.4:1
This School
vs
15.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
58
This School
vs
496
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 62.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 17.2% vs 0%
Black 13.8% vs 0%
Asian 5.2% vs 0%
Heritage Christian Academy Colorado Springs Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Heritage Christian Academy (this school) 7.4
The Haven School 5.9
Soaring Eagles Community School 5.6
French Elementary School 6.3
Sproul Junior High School 6.9
Widefield District 3 Preschool 3.8
Pinello Elementary School 5.0
Turman Elementary School 5.0
Discovery High School 4.9
Giberson Elementary School 3.3
Widefield High School 5.4
Widefield Elementary School of the Arts 7.8
James Irwin Charter High School 8.3
James Irwin Charter Middle School 6.7
James Irwin Elementary School - Astrozon 5.1
Bricker Elementary School 5.1
Career Readiness Academy 6.5
Sierra High School 5.3
Panorama Middle School 3.3
Monterey Elementary School 6.1
Venetucci Elementary School 5.2

Showing 20 of 181 schools. View all schools in Colorado Springs

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 CO.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,156
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 56%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.6 / 10
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Enrollment 58
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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 CO

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 62.1%
Hispanic 17.2%
Black 13.8%
Asian 5.2%
Two or More 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3965 CLEARVIEW LOOP, Colorado Springs, CO 80911

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. James Irwin Charter High School (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Widefield Elementary School of the Arts (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sproul Junior High School (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Colorado Springs, see our Colorado Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
The Haven School Colorado Springs 0.5 mi 5.9
Soaring Eagles Community School Colorado Springs 0.8 mi 5.6
Sproul Junior High School Colorado Springs 0.8 mi 6.9
Widefield District 3 Preschool Colorado Springs 0.9 mi 3.8
French Elementary School Colorado Springs 0.8 mi 6.3
Turman Elementary School Colorado Springs 0.9 mi 5.0
Pinello Elementary School Colorado Springs 0.9 mi 5.0
Discovery High School Colorado Springs 1.3 mi 4.9
Widefield High School Colorado Springs 1.4 mi 5.4
Giberson Elementary School Colorado Springs 1.4 mi 3.3
Widefield Elementary School of the Arts Colorado Springs 1.5 mi 7.8
James Irwin Charter High School Colorado Springs 1.7 mi 8.3
James Irwin Elementary School - Astrozon Colorado Springs 1.7 mi 5.1
James Irwin Charter Middle School Colorado Springs 1.7 mi 6.7
Bricker Elementary School Colorado Springs 1.9 mi 5.1
Panorama Middle School Colorado Springs 2.0 mi 3.3
Sierra High School Colorado Springs 2.0 mi 5.3
Career Readiness Academy Colorado Springs 2.0 mi 6.5
Venetucci Elementary School Colorado Springs 2.4 mi 5.2
Centennial Elementary School Colorado Springs 2.4 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80911 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,105

Median Home Value

$348,900

Median Rent

$1,643/mo

Population

34,296

College Educated

23.6%

Homeownership

81.7%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

35.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heritage Christian Academy

What grades does Heritage Christian Academy serve?

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

How many students attend Heritage Christian Academy?

Heritage Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Christian Academy is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Heritage Christian Academy rank in CO?

Heritage Christian Academy ranks #28 of 188 private schools in CO.

What is Heritage Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Academy a private school?

Yes, Heritage Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Pentecostal 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 Academy a religious school?

Heritage Christian Academy has a Pentecostal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
58
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Pentecostal
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
El Paso County

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