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#81 of 462 private schools in MI

Top 17% of private schools

Heritage Christian Academy

School

6312 QUAIL RUN DR, Kalamazoo, MI 49009

Private

Enrollment

181

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#81 of 462

In Kalamazoo

#5 of 12

public schools

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Heritage Christian Academy

7.6/10

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

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4.2/10

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About Heritage Christian Academy

Heritage Christian Academy is a private school in Kalamazoo, MI. Heritage Christian Academy serves approximately 181 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #81 of 462 private schools in MI.

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

What Parents Should Know

At 181 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 9.1:1 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 45 public schools serving similar grades in Kalamazoo, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
This School
vs
17:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
181
This School
vs
378
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.6
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93.4% vs 0%
Black 3.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.2% vs 0%
Asian 1.1% vs 0%
Heritage Christian Academy Kalamazoo Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Heritage Christian Academy (this school) 7.6
Prairie Ridge Elementary School 4.2
Youth Advancement Academy
Linden Grove Middle School 6.4
Arcadia Elementary School 3.9
Kalamazoo RESA West CampusYoung Adult Program 5.6
KingWestwood Elementary School 7.2
Winchell Elementary School 7.2
Kalamazoo Central High School 6.6
Indian Prairie Elementary School 5.2
Woods Lake ElementaryA Magnet Center For The Arts 5.5
Hillside Middle School 5.5
Phoenix Alternative High School 6.8
Transition Services
Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts 6.7
Woodward Elementary 3.7
El Sol Elementary 6.1
Kalamazoo Covenant Academy 5.0
Paramount Charter Academy 2.4
ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School 6.8
Kalamazoo Innovative Learning Program 5.6

Showing 20 of 45 schools. View all schools in Kalamazoo

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 MI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.1:1
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 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,274
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 13%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 181
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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 MI

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 93.4%
Black 3.3%
Hispanic 2.2%
Asian 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6312 QUAIL RUN DR, Kalamazoo, MI 49009

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. KAZOO SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is KingWestwood Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 2.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Winchell Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 2.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kalamazoo, see our Kalamazoo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Prairie Ridge Elementary School Kalamazoo 0.7 mi 4.2
Youth Advancement Academy Kalamazoo 1.4 mi
KALAMAZOO CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kalamazoo 1.9 mi 4.8
KALAMAZOO CHRISTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Kalamazoo 1.9 mi 3.7
Linden Grove Middle School Kalamazoo 1.8 mi 6.4
Kalamazoo RESA West CampusYoung Adult Program Kalamazoo 2.3 mi 5.6
Arcadia Elementary School Kalamazoo 2.0 mi 3.9
Kalamazoo Central High School Kalamazoo 3.0 mi 6.6
KingWestwood Elementary School Kalamazoo 2.9 mi 7.2
Indian Prairie Elementary School Kalamazoo 3.2 mi 5.2
KALAMAZOO SDA JUNIOR ACADEMY Kalamazoo 3.1 mi 6.2
Winchell Elementary School Kalamazoo 2.9 mi 7.2
Angling Road Elementary School Portage 3.4 mi 5.1
REFORMED HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kalamazoo 3.1 mi 6.3
KALAMAZOO CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Kalamazoo 3.0 mi 5.7
Woods Lake ElementaryA Magnet Center For The Arts Kalamazoo 3.3 mi 5.5
12th Street Elementary Portage 4.1 mi 6.9
Hillside Middle School Kalamazoo 3.6 mi 5.5
KAZOO SCHOOL Kalamazoo 3.6 mi 8.2
Phoenix Alternative High School Kalamazoo 3.7 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,364

Median Home Value

$330,300

Median Rent

$1,089/mo

Population

47,606

College Educated

50.1%

Homeownership

64.5%

Avg Commute

20.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

37.1

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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 181 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Christian Academy is 9.1:1. 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 MI?

Heritage Christian Academy ranks #81 of 462 private schools in MI.

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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
181
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
182 days
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Kalamazoo County

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