Excellent
#10 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 2% of private schools
Heartland Christian Academy
School
101 NATIONS BLVD, Bethel, MO 63434
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#10 of 399
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About Heartland Christian Academy
Heartland Christian Academy is a private school in Bethel, MO. Heartland Christian Academy serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Heartland Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #10 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 83 students, Heartland 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 4.8:1 students to teachers, Heartland Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Heartland 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.
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 MO.
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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 MO
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
101 NATIONS BLVD, Bethel, MO 63434
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heartland Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. MONROE CITY R-I HIGH (rated 9.0/10, 24.1 miles away, in nearby Monroe City), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NORTH SHELBY HIGH (rated 8.8/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Shelbyville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, KNOX CO. HIGH (rated 8.3/10, 17.5 miles away, in nearby Edina), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bethel, see our Bethel schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 31.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTH SHELBY HIGH Shelbyville | 7.6 mi | 8.8 |
| NORTH SHELBY ELEM. Shelbyville | 7.6 mi | 5.6 |
| SHILOH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shelbina | 17.0 mi | — |
| SOUTH SHELBY ELEMENTARY Shelbina | 17.1 mi | 6.4 |
| SOUTH SHELBY HIGH Shelbina | 17.2 mi | 7.4 |
| SOUTH SHELBY MIDDLE SCHOOL Shelbina | 17.2 mi | 5.8 |
| MARION CO. ELEM. Philadelphia | 14.9 mi | 6.4 |
| MARION CO. HIGH Philadelphia | 14.9 mi | 6.3 |
| KNOX CO. ELEM. Edina | 17.5 mi | 7.0 |
| KNOX CO. HIGH Edina | 17.5 mi | 8.3 |
| HIGHLAND JR.-SR. HIGH Lewistown | 14.9 mi | 5.2 |
| HIGHLAND ELEM. Lewistown | 15.2 mi | 3.1 |
| MONROE CITY MIDDLE Monroe City | 24.1 mi | 7.0 |
| MONROE CITY ELEM. Monroe City | 24.1 mi | 4.7 |
| MONROE CITY R-I HIGH Monroe City | 24.1 mi | 9.0 |
| HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Monroe City | 24.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ADAIR CO. ELEM. Brashear | 25.1 mi | 7.5 |
| ADAIR CO. HIGH Brashear | 25.1 mi | 8.0 |
| SHILOH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kahoka | 29.8 mi | — |
| FAITH WALK ACADEMY Paris | 31.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63434 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,607
Median Home Value
$96,400
Median Rent
$440/mo
Population
761
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
55.5%
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
31.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PROVIDENCE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 8.6 |
| BLUE RIDGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 8.4 |
| AGAPE BAPTIST ACADEMY Stockton, MO | 9.2 |
| GRANDVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grandview, MO | 8.2 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Arnold, MO | 8.2 |
| HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Belton, MO | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heartland Christian Academy
What grades does Heartland Christian Academy serve?
Heartland Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Heartland Christian Academy?
Heartland Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heartland Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Heartland Christian Academy is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Heartland Christian Academy rank in MO?
Heartland Christian Academy ranks #10 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Heartland Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Heartland Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Academy a private school?
Yes, Heartland Christian Academy 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 Academy a religious school?
Heartland Christian Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 83
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Shelby County
- Phone
- (660) 284-6300
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