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#232 of 381 private schools in WA

Heritage Christian School

Elementary School

5412 67TH AVE W, University Place, WA 98467

Private

Enrollment

171

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#232 of 381

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Heritage Christian School

6.0/10

Elementary School in University Place · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.5/10

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About Heritage Christian School

Heritage Christian School is a private elementary school in University Place, WA. Heritage Christian School serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #232 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares0.8 pts below WA schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 171 students, Heritage Christian School 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 Christian School 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

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How Heritage Christian School compares to the 4 public schools in University Place, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
This School
vs
20.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
171
This School
vs
819
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 69.6% vs 0%
Asian 9.9% vs 0%
Black 8.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.6% vs 0%
Heritage Christian School University Place Public Avg

All Schools in University Place

School Rating
Heritage Christian School (this school) 6.0
Evergreen Primary 7.5
Curtis Senior High 7.4
Curtis Junior High 7.0
Sunset Primary 7.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 WA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,161.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 49%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 171
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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 WA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 69.6%
Two or More 11.1%
Asian 9.9%
Black 8.8%
Hispanic 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5412 67TH AVE W, University Place, WA 98467

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. University Place Primary (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby University Pla), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sunset Primary (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chambers Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby University Pla), which scores notably higher. For more schools in University Place, see our University Place schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Evergreen Primary University Place 0.8 mi 7.5
Drum Intermediate University Pla 0.7 mi 8.2
CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY Tacoma 0.8 mi 7.7
Narrows View Intermediate University Pla 1.0 mi 8.6
Dower Elementary School Lakewood 1.5 mi 5.7
Whittier Elementary School Tacoma 1.6 mi 5.8
Curtis Senior High University Place 1.4 mi 7.4
Hudtloff Middle School Lakewood 1.7 mi 2.9
Chambers Elementary University Pla 1.4 mi 7.7
Custer Elementary School Lakewood 1.9 mi 6.0
MONTESSORI IN MOTION University Place 2.0 mi
Oakbrook Elementary School Lakewood 1.8 mi 5.9
Curtis Junior High University Place 1.6 mi 7.0
Mount Tahoma High School Tacoma 1.7 mi 4.9
Lochburn Middle School Lakewood 2.1 mi 4.9
Manitou Park Elementary School Tacoma 1.7 mi 4.8
Wainwright Intermediate School Tacoma 2.4 mi 4.5
University Place Primary University Pla 2.1 mi 9.3
Sunset Primary University Place 1.8 mi 7.9
Gray Middle School Tacoma 1.8 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98467 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,586

Median Home Value

$580,100

Median Rent

$1,566/mo

Population

15,241

College Educated

42.2%

Homeownership

61.3%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

41.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heritage Christian School

What grades does Heritage Christian School serve?

Heritage Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Heritage Christian School?

Heritage Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 171 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Christian School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Heritage Christian School rank in WA?

Heritage Christian School ranks #232 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Heritage Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Heritage Christian School a private school?

Yes, Heritage Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Presbyterian 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 Christian School a religious school?

Heritage Christian School has a Presbyterian religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
171
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Presbyterian
School Day
6.6 hours
Days Per Year
176 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pierce County

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