Needs Improvement
#384 of 399 private schools in MO
Heritage Academy
School
2900 BARBERRY AVE, Columbia, MO 65202
Enrollment
88
Student-Teacher
25.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
88
Student-Teacher
25.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#384 of 399
In Columbia
#10 of 10
public schools
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Heritage Academy
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About Heritage Academy
Heritage Academy is a private school in Columbia, MO. Heritage Academy serves approximately 88 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 25.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #384 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 88 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.
Heritage Academy runs 25.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
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 34 public schools serving similar grades in Columbia, MO
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Heritage Academy (this school) | 3.6 |
| SMITHTON MIDDLE | 9.0 |
| MARY PAXTON KEELEY ELEM. | 7.6 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| WEST BLVD. ELEM. | 4.1 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. | 8.9 |
| PARKADE ELEM. | 7.0 |
| RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM. | 7.6 |
| DELMAR A COBBLE SCHOOL | — |
| JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. | 7.0 |
| DAVID H. HICKMAN HIGH | 5.2 |
| ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. | 7.9 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH | 4.2 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL | 8.6 |
| THOMAS BENTON ELEM. | 7.3 |
| Locust St Expressive Arts Elem | 6.9 |
| DERBY RIDGE ELEM. | 5.0 |
| OAKLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| JOHN B. LANGE MIDDLE | 6.9 |
| MIDWAY HEIGHTS ELEM. | 6.6 |
| MILL CREEK ELEM. | 8.2 |
Showing 20 of 34 schools. View all schools in Columbia
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 MO.
Data Unavailable
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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
2900 BARBERRY AVE, Columbia, MO 65202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. COLUMBIA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLUMBIA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Columbia | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES INTERPARISH SCHOOL Columbia | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| SMITHTON MIDDLE Columbia | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| MARY PAXTON KEELEY ELEM. Columbia | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SCHOOL Columbia | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| FAIRVIEW ELEM. Columbia | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| WEST BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| RUSSELL BLVD. ELEM. Columbia | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| LA PETITE ECOLE Columbia | 2.4 mi | — |
| COLUMBIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Columbia | 2.3 mi | — |
| COLLEGE PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Columbia | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| PARKADE ELEM. Columbia | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| DELMAR A COBBLE SCHOOL Columbia | 2.3 mi | — |
| JOHN RIDGEWAY ELEM. Columbia | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ULYSSES S. GRANT ELEM. Columbia | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| DAVID H. HICKMAN HIGH Columbia | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS HIGH Columbia | 2.9 mi | 4.2 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 3.0 mi | 8.6 |
| ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF COLUMBIA-MISSOURI Columbia | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,740
Median Home Value
$202,300
Median Rent
$1,091/mo
Population
47,543
College Educated
40.2%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| OZARK MENNONITE SCHOOL Seymour, MO | 4.0 |
| NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Silva, MO | 4.4 |
| FRANKLIN CO. SPECL. ED. COOP. St. Clair, MO | 4.8 |
| TRI LAKES SPECIAL SERV CO-OP Branson, MO | 4.9 |
| At Home Academy St. Louis, MO | — |
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 88 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Academy is 25.9:1. 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 MO?
Heritage Academy ranks #384 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Heritage Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Heritage Academy a private school?
Yes, Heritage 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 Heritage Academy a religious school?
Heritage Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 88
- Gender Split
- 34% M / 66% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 96 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Boone County
- Phone
- (573) 449-2252
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