Very Good
#83 of 284 private schools in TN
Top 29% of private schools
Heritage Academy
High School
23100 CLARKRANGE HWY, Monterey, TN 38574
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
4.9:1
Score
7.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#83 of 284
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About Heritage Academy
Heritage Academy is a private high school in Monterey, TN. Heritage Academy serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 4.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #83 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- TN avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 36 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.
At 4.9:1 students to teachers, Heritage Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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 the 2 public schools in Monterey, TN
Student Demographics
All Schools in Monterey
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Heritage Academy (this school) | 7.0 |
| Monterey High School | 5.3 |
| Burks Elementary | 9.0 |
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 TN.
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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 TN
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
23100 CLARKRANGE HWY, Monterey, TN 38574
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Clarkrange High School (rated 5.8/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Clarkrange), a more accessible option. Another option is Monterey High School (rated 5.3/10, 7.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Cumberland County High School (rated 5.0/10, 14.5 miles away, in nearby Crossville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Monterey, see our Monterey schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTEREY MENNONITE SCHOOL Monterey | 2.4 mi | — |
| Wilson Elementary Crawford | 6.0 mi | 7.5 |
| North Cumberland Elementary Crossville | 7.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Monterey High School Monterey | 7.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Burks Elementary Monterey | 7.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Clarkrange High School Clarkrange | 9.5 mi | 5.8 |
| South Fentress Elementary School Grimsley | 10.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Pleasant Hill Elementary Pleasant Hill | 11.9 mi | 6.5 |
| INEZ WRENN SDA SCHOOL Crossville | 12.3 mi | — |
| Stone Memorial High School Crossville | 12.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Stone Elementary Crossville | 13.5 mi | 5.0 |
| The Phoenix School Crossville | 14.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Cumberland County High School Crossville | 14.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Glenn Martin Elementary Crossville | 14.5 mi | 7.0 |
| South Cumberland Elementary Crossville | 16.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Homestead Elementary School Crossville | 18.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Rickman Elementary Rickman | 16.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Bon De Croft Elementary Sparta | 17.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Frank P. Brown Elementary Crossville | 19.8 mi | 5.4 |
| UPPER CUMBERLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Livingston | 18.7 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38574 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,043
Median Home Value
$175,900
Median Rent
$800/mo
Population
8,812
College Educated
12.4%
Homeownership
82.1%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
42.1
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|---|---|
| MEMPHIS RECOVERY CENTER Memphis, TN | 6.8 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chattanooga, TN | 7.4 |
| WAYNE ACADEMY DAVIDSON COUNTY Nashville, TN | 6.5 |
| RIVER ACADEMY Greeneville, TN | 6.4 |
| The Academy at Old Cockrill Nashville, TN | 7.6 |
| CEDAR GROVE SCHOOL Murfreesboro, TN | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Academy
What grades does Heritage Academy serve?
Heritage Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Heritage Academy?
Heritage Academy has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Academy is 4.9:1. 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 TN?
Heritage Academy ranks #83 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Heritage Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage 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 Heritage Academy a private school?
Yes, Heritage Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist 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 Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Putnam County
- Phone
- (931) 839-6675
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