Average
#108 of 218 private schools in KY
Top 49% of private schools
Heritage Academy
School
7216 HWY 42, Florence, KY 41042
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
7.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Kentucky private schools
#108 of 218
In Florence
#2 of 5
public schools
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Heritage Academy
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About Heritage Academy
Heritage Academy is a private school in Florence, KY. Heritage Academy serves approximately 147 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #108 of 218 private schools in KY.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 147 students, Heritage 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 7.8:1 students to teachers, Heritage Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Heritage 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
BetaHow Heritage Academy compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Florence, KY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Heritage Academy (this school) | 6.4 |
| Florence Elementary School | 5.7 |
| RISE Academy | 7.2 |
| Boone County High School | 6.0 |
| Hillard Collins Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Rector A. Jones Middle School | 5.8 |
| Ockerman Elementary School | 4.3 |
| A M Yealey Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Ockerman Middle School | 5.8 |
| Erpenbeck Elementary School | 9.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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 KY.
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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 KY
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
7216 HWY 42, Florence, KY 41042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Lindeman Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Erlanger), which scores notably higher. Another option is RISE Academy (rated 7.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tichenor Middle School (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Erlanger), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Florence, see our Florence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Florence Elementary School Florence | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| RISE Academy Florence | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| ST PAUL SCHOOL Florence | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Boone County High School Florence | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Rector A. Jones Middle School Florence | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Hillard Collins Elementary School Florence | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Miles Elementary School Erlanger | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Howell Elementary School Elsmere | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| ST HENRY SCHOOL Elsmere | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Ockerman Elementary School Florence | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Tichenor Middle School Erlanger | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Bartlett Educational Center Erlanger | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Lloyd High School Erlanger | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Early Learning Center Erlanger | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Ockerman Middle School Florence | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| A M Yealey Elementary School Florence | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Arnett Elementary School Erlanger | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Lindeman Elementary School Erlanger | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| ST HENRY DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL Erlanger | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| MARY, QUEEN OF HEAVEN SCHOOL Erlanger | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 41042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,582
Median Home Value
$210,500
Median Rent
$1,240/mo
Population
55,880
College Educated
28.3%
Homeownership
67.5%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
39.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Academy
What grades does Heritage Academy serve?
Heritage Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Heritage Academy?
Heritage Academy has an enrollment of approximately 147 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Academy is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Heritage Academy rank in KY?
Heritage Academy ranks #108 of 218 private schools in KY.
What is Heritage Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Heritage Academy a private school?
Yes, Heritage Academy 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 Academy a religious school?
Heritage Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 147
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Boone County
- Phone
- (859) 525-0213
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