Very Good
#114 of 399 private schools in MO
Top 28% of private schools
Northern Hills Christian Academy
School
17211 NE 180TH ST, Holt, MO 64048
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Missouri private schools
#114 of 399
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About Northern Hills Christian Academy
Northern Hills Christian Academy is a private school in Holt, MO. Northern Hills Christian Academy serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Northern Hills Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #114 of 399 private schools in MO.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 90 students, Northern Hills 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 8.3:1 students to teachers, Northern Hills Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Northern Hills 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
17211 NE 180TH ST, Holt, MO 64048
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northern Hills Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. KEARNEY MIDDLE (rated 8.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Kearney), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUTHVIEW ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Kearney), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, KEARNEY ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Kearney), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Holt, see our Holt schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DOGWOOD ELEM. Kearney | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| KEARNEY EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Kearney | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
| KEARNEY MIDDLE Kearney | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| KEARNEY ELEM. Kearney | 3.7 mi | 7.7 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEM. Kearney | 4.4 mi | 5.0 |
| KEARNEY HIGH Kearney | 4.6 mi | 7.1 |
| SOUTHVIEW ELEM. Kearney | 4.8 mi | 7.9 |
| KEARNEY JR. HIGH Kearney | 4.9 mi | 5.0 |
| LENS Kearney | 4.9 mi | 5.0 |
| WATKINS MILL PARK CAMP Lawson | 5.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Lathrop Elementary School Lathrop | 8.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Lathrop Middle School Lathrop | 9.1 mi | 6.6 |
| CORNERSTONE ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 7.9 mi | 6.2 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS MIDDLE Excelsior Springs | 7.9 mi | 4.2 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS HIGH Excelsior Springs | 8.1 mi | 4.1 |
| LEWIS ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 8.4 mi | 7.4 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS EAR CHLD CTR Excelsior Springs | 8.4 mi | — |
| LIBERTY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Liberty | 9.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Lathrop High School Lathrop | 10.1 mi | 4.9 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS TECH. HIGH Excelsior Springs | 9.3 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64048 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,193
Median Home Value
$300,400
Median Rent
$980/mo
Population
4,372
College Educated
28.8%
Homeownership
91.4%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
1.9%
Median Age
44.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AL-MANARA ACADEMY Manchester, MO | 7.0 |
| H F EPSTEIN HEBREW ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 7.0 |
| H.F. EPSTEIN HEBREW ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 7.0 |
| EL DORADO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Dorado Springs, MO | 7.1 |
| GREAT CIRCLE EDGEWOOD CHILDREN'S CENTER St. Louis, MO | 7.1 |
| THE FULTON SCHOOL AT ST ALBANS Saint Albans, MO | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northern Hills Christian Academy
What grades does Northern Hills Christian Academy serve?
Northern Hills Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Northern Hills Christian Academy?
Northern Hills Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northern Hills Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Northern Hills Christian Academy is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Northern Hills Christian Academy rank in MO?
Northern Hills Christian Academy ranks #114 of 399 private schools in MO.
What is Northern Hills Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Northern Hills Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Northern Hills Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Northern Hills Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Northern Hills Christian Academy a religious school?
Northern Hills Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 90
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Clay County
- Phone
- (816) 320-3204
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