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#28 of 69 private schools in WV
Top 39% of private schools
Heritage Christian Academy
School
300 ELWOOD ST, Ravenswood, WV 26164
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
TK – 12th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
3.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
TK – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
West Virginia private schools
#28 of 69
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Heritage Christian Academy
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About Heritage Christian Academy
Heritage Christian Academy is a private school in Ravenswood, WV. Heritage Christian Academy serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades TK-12th, and has a 3.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 69 private schools in WV.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- WV avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Heritage 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 3.8:1 students to teachers, Heritage Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Heritage 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Heritage Christian Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Ravenswood, WV
Student Demographics
All Schools in Ravenswood
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Heritage Christian Academy (this school) | 6.4 |
| Henry J Kaiser Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Ravenswood High School | 5.1 |
| Ravenswood Middle School | 6.1 |
| Ravenswood Grade School | 6.7 |
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 WV.
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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 WV
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
300 ELWOOD ST, Ravenswood, WV 26164
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Fairplain Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Ripley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Evans Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Evans), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gilmore Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Sandyville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ravenswood, see our Ravenswood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Henry J Kaiser Elementary School Ravenswood | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Ravenswood High School Ravenswood | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Ravenswood Middle School Ravenswood | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Ravenswood Grade School Ravenswood | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Cottageville Elementary School Cottageville | 7.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Gilmore Elementary School Sandyville | 6.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Evans Elementary School Evans | 9.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Southern High School Racine | 7.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Southern Elementary School Racine | 7.6 mi | 6.5 |
| RIPLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ripley | 9.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Ripley Elementary School Ripley | 10.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Ripley High School Ripley | 10.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Ripley Middle School Ripley | 10.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Eastern Elementary School Reedsville | 12.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Eastern High School Reedsville | 13.0 mi | 5.6 |
| New Haven Elementary School New Haven | 11.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Fairplain Elementary School Ripley | 15.4 mi | 9.7 |
| SYCAMORE HOLLOW SCHOOL Letart | 13.3 mi | — |
| COUNTRY VIEW SCHOOL Letart | 13.3 mi | — |
| Meigs Middle School Pomeroy | 14.4 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 26164 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,250
Median Home Value
$136,500
Median Rent
$900/mo
Population
7,342
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
24.1%
Median Age
42.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LITTLE KANAWHA VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Big Bend, WV | 6.1 |
| MOUNTAIN STATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Culloden, WV | 5.2 |
| DANESE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Danese, WV | 5.1 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elkins, WV | — |
| Pickens Elementary/High School Pickens, WV | — |
| SLANESVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Slanesville, WV | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Christian Academy
What grades does Heritage Christian Academy serve?
Heritage Christian Academy serves students in grades TK through 12th.
How many students attend Heritage Christian Academy?
Heritage Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Christian Academy is 3.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Heritage Christian Academy rank in WV?
Heritage Christian Academy ranks #28 of 69 private schools in WV.
What is Heritage Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Heritage Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Heritage 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 Heritage Christian Academy a religious school?
Heritage Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- TK – 12th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Jackson County
- Phone
- (304) 273-9463
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