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#116 of 142 private schools in KS

Heartland Christian School

School

1995 W 4TH ST, Colby, KS 67701

Private

Enrollment

72

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Kansas private schools

#116 of 142

In Colby

#3 of 3

public schools

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Heartland Christian School

5.1/10

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

Sacred Heart School

6.1/10

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Colby Middle School

3.7/10

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About Heartland Christian School

Heartland Christian School is a private school in Colby, KS. Heartland Christian School serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Heartland Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #116 of 142 private schools in KS.

How it compares1.3 pts below KS schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • KS avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 72 students, Heartland Christian School 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 8.6:1 students to teachers, Heartland Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Heartland 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 Heartland Christian School compares to the 3 public schools in Colby, KS

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
This School
vs
17:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
72
This School
vs
315
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.1
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95.8% vs 0%
Black 2.8% vs 0%
Asian 1.4% vs 0%
Heartland Christian School Colby Public Avg

All Schools in Colby

School Rating
Heartland Christian School (this school) 5.1
Colby Middle School 3.7
Colby Elem 6.6
Colby Senior High 5.4

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 KS.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.4 / 10
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School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,152
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 8%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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Enrollment 72
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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 KS

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 95.8%
Black 2.8%
Asian 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1995 W 4TH ST, Colby, KS 67701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heartland Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Grinnell Grade School (rated 9.3/10, 29.9 miles away, in nearby Grinnell), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cheylin Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 34.6 miles away, in nearby Bird City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oakley Sr High (rated 7.5/10, 21.4 miles away, in nearby Oakley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Colby, see our Colby schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 34.6 mi
School Distance Rating
HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Colby 0.0 mi 5.3
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Colby 0.6 mi 6.1
Colby Middle School Colby 0.8 mi 3.7
Colby Elem Colby 0.8 mi 6.6
Colby Senior High Colby 2.0 mi 5.4
Brewster Elem Brewster 16.6 mi 5.2
Brewster High Brewster 16.6 mi 5.8
Golden Plains Middle Rexford 18.0 mi 4.9
Golden Plains High Rexford 18.0 mi 7.0
Oakley Sr High Oakley 21.4 mi 7.5
Oakley Middle School Oakley 21.5 mi 3.7
Oakley Elem Oakley 21.5 mi 6.4
Winona Elem Winona 24.8 mi 5.7
Winona High Winona 24.8 mi
Rawlins County Jr/Sr High School Atwood 28.5 mi 6.6
Rawlins County Elementary Atwood 28.6 mi 7.1
Grinnell Grade School Grinnell 29.9 mi 9.3
Grinnell Middle School Grinnell 30.0 mi
Golden Plains Elem Selden 28.3 mi 7.2
Cheylin Elementary Bird City 34.6 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 67701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,188

Median Home Value

$166,600

Median Rent

$751/mo

Population

6,166

College Educated

32.4%

Homeownership

73.4%

Avg Commute

10.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

35.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Colby, KS 5.3
NORTHFIELD SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS Wichita, KS 5.3
Levy Sp Ed Center Wichita, KS 4.7
FORT SCOTT CHRISTIAN HEIGHTS Fort Scott, KS 6.0
Oxford Online Virtual School Oxford, KS 4.1
Central School Atchison, KS 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heartland Christian School

What grades does Heartland Christian School serve?

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

How many students attend Heartland Christian School?

Heartland Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Heartland Christian School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Heartland Christian School rank in KS?

Heartland Christian School ranks #116 of 142 private schools in KS.

What is Heartland Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Heartland Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Heartland Christian School a private school?

Yes, Heartland Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Heartland Christian School a religious school?

Heartland Christian School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
72
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
144 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Thomas County

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