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#47 of 218 private schools in KY

Top 21% of private schools

Heritage Christian Academy

School

8349 EAGLE WAY, Hopkinsville, KY 42240

Private

Enrollment

426

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Kentucky private schools

#47 of 218

In Hopkinsville

#2 of 3

public schools

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Heritage Christian Academy

7.6/10

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

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3.9/10

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7.2/10

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About Heritage Christian Academy

Heritage Christian Academy is a private school in Hopkinsville, KY. Heritage Christian Academy serves approximately 426 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 218 private schools in KY.

How it compares1.4 pts above KY schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • KY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 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.

Heritage Christian Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Heritage Christian Academy compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Hopkinsville, KY

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
This School
vs
17.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
426
This School
vs
466
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.6
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 85.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.8% vs 0%
Asian 3.3% vs 0%
Black 3.1% vs 0%
Heritage Christian Academy Hopkinsville Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Heritage Christian Academy (this school) 7.6
Bluegrass Learning Academy 3.9
Hopkinsville High School 7.2
Indian Hills Elementary School 8.4
Millbrooke Elementary School 5.0
Christian County Day Treatment
Christian County Middle School 6.9
Christian County Home/Hospital 3.0
Christian County Public Schools VLA 2.4
Christian County High School 6.2
Hopkinsville Middle School 4.3
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School 3.2
Freedom Elementary School 6.4
Sinking Fork Elementary School 7.1
Cumberland Hall School

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 KY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,245.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 27%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 426
View data sources

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)

White 85.2%
Two or More 4.5%
Hispanic 3.8%
Asian 3.3%
Black 3.1%
Native American 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8349 EAGLE WAY, Hopkinsville, KY 42240

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. MARANTHA BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Oak Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 4.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Christian County Home/Hospital (rated 3.0/10, 3.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hopkinsville, see our Hopkinsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Bluegrass Learning Academy Hopkinsville 0.7 mi 3.9
Hopkinsville High School Hopkinsville 1.2 mi 7.2
Indian Hills Elementary School Hopkinsville 1.2 mi 8.4
Millbrooke Elementary School Hopkinsville 1.8 mi 5.0
Christian County Day Treatment Hopkinsville 2.2 mi
STS PETER & PAUL SCHOOL Hopkinsville 3.1 mi 7.3
GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Hopkinsville 3.2 mi
Christian County Middle School Hopkinsville 3.8 mi 6.9
Christian County High School Hopkinsville 3.9 mi 6.2
Christian County Home/Hospital Hopkinsville 3.9 mi 3.0
Christian County Public Schools VLA Hopkinsville 3.9 mi 2.4
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS ACADEMY Hopkinsville 4.6 mi 7.7
Freedom Elementary School Hopkinsville 4.8 mi 6.4
Hopkinsville Middle School Hopkinsville 4.6 mi 4.3
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School Hopkinsville 4.6 mi 3.2
Sinking Fork Elementary School Hopkinsville 5.8 mi 7.1
Cumberland Hall School Hopkinsville 6.5 mi
South Christian Elementary School Herndon 7.3 mi 5.1
Pembroke Elementary School Pembroke 9.0 mi 5.4
MARANTHA BAPTIST ACADEMY Oak Grove 13.5 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 42240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,872

Median Home Value

$147,400

Median Rent

$866/mo

Population

41,510

College Educated

21.2%

Homeownership

55.6%

Avg Commute

20.8 min

Poverty Rate

19.7%

Median Age

35.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Augusta Independent School Augusta, KY 7.6
Buckhorn School Buckhorn, KY 7.7
Fulton Independent School Fulton, KY 7.7
ST MARY SCHOOL SYSTEM Paducah, KY 7.7
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS ACADEMY Hopkinsville, KY 7.7
Burgin Independent School Burgin, KY 7.8

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 426 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Christian Academy is 9.7:1. 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 KY?

Heritage Christian Academy ranks #47 of 218 private schools in KY.

What is Heritage Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 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 Academy a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
426
Gender Split
62% M / 38% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
173 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Christian County

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