Very Good
#44 of 284 private schools in TN
Top 15% of private schools
Heritage Baptist Academy
Elementary School
711 N HOUSTON LEVEE RD, Cordova, TN 38018
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Tennessee private schools
#44 of 284
In Cordova
#3 of 5
public schools
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Heritage Baptist Academy
Elementary School in Cordova · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Heritage Baptist Academy
Heritage Baptist Academy is a private elementary school in Cordova, TN. Heritage Baptist Academy serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #44 of 284 private schools in TN.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- TN avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Heritage Baptist 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 5.6:1 students to teachers, Heritage Baptist Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Heritage Baptist 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 Baptist Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Cordova, TN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Heritage Baptist Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| Macon-Hall Elementary | 4.0 |
| Cordova Elementary | 4.0 |
| Riverwood Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Cordova | 8.2 |
| Chimneyrock Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Dexter School | 3.9 |
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.
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 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
711 N HOUSTON LEVEE RD, Cordova, TN 38018
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Baptist Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dogwood Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Germantown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Cordova (rated 8.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LAMPLIGHTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cordova, see our Cordova schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HIGHLAND DAY SCHOOL Cordova | 0.7 mi | — |
| Macon-Hall Elementary Cordova | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Mt. Pisgah Middle/High Cordova | 1.8 mi | 2.4 |
| Cordova High School Cordova | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Cordova Elementary Cordova | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| ST GEORGE'S INDEPENDENT SCHOOL Collierville | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Cordova Middle Cordova | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| FIRST ASSEMBLY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cordova | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Riverwood Elementary School Cordova | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| LAMPLIGHTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cordova | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Houston High School Germantown | 3.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Houston Middle School Germantown | 3.5 mi | 8.9 |
| ECS LOWER SCHOOL PREKINDERGARTEN AND JK PROGRAM Germantown | 3.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Memphis School of Excellence Cordova Cordova | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Cordova Cordova | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Chimneyrock Elementary School Cordova | 3.5 mi | 4.5 |
| CADANCE ACADEMY PRESCHOOL Cordova | 3.6 mi | — |
| Dogwood Elementary School Germantown | 4.6 mi | 9.7 |
| MACON ROAD BAPTIST SCHOOL Arlington | 4.7 mi | 8.2 |
| MORRIS WILSON CAMPUS SCHOOL Arlington | 4.7 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38018 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,627
Median Home Value
$255,300
Median Rent
$1,594/mo
Population
38,357
College Educated
46.2%
Homeownership
62.7%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SENSATIONAL ENLIGHTMENT Memphis, TN | 7.4 |
| Tennessee School For Deaf Elementary School Knoxville, TN | 7.5 |
| MIDTOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Memphis, TN | 7.3 |
| THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CLEVELAND Cleveland, TN | 7.3 |
| ST MARY'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL - EARLY CHILDHOOD Memphis, TN | 7.1 |
| Murrell at Glenn School Nashville, TN | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Baptist Academy
What grades does Heritage Baptist Academy serve?
Heritage Baptist Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Heritage Baptist Academy?
Heritage Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Baptist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Baptist Academy is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Heritage Baptist Academy rank in TN?
Heritage Baptist Academy ranks #44 of 284 private schools in TN.
What is Heritage Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Heritage Baptist Academy a private school?
Yes, Heritage Baptist 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 Heritage Baptist Academy a religious school?
Heritage Baptist Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Shelby County
- Phone
- (901) 322-6300
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