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#11 of 16 private schools in WY

Heritage Christian School

School

510 WALL ST CT, Gillette, WY 82718

Private

Enrollment

45

Student-Teacher

6.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Wyoming private schools

#11 of 16

In Gillette

#1 of 2

public schools

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Heritage Christian School

5.8/10

School in Gillette · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

John Paul II Catholic School at St Matthew's

4.2/10

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About Heritage Christian School

Heritage Christian School is a private school in Gillette, WY. Heritage Christian School serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #11 of 16 private schools in WY.

How it compares0.4 pts below WY schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • WY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 45 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.

At 6.3:1 students to teachers, Heritage Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

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 19 public schools serving similar grades in Gillette, WY

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
This School
vs
12.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
45
This School
vs
417
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.8
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.2% vs 0%
Heritage Christian School Gillette Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Heritage Christian School (this school) 5.8
Hillcrest Elementary 4.4
Campbell County High School 4.1
Lakeview Elementary 5.5
Meadowlark Elementary 5.5
Twin Spruce Junior High School 5.8
Sunflower Elementary 6.6
Westwood High School 5.2
Stocktrail Elementary 8.5
Buffalo Ridge Elementary 5.8
Sage Valley Junior High School 6.6
Paintbrush Elementary 5.8
Thunder Basin High School 5.7
Conestoga Elementary 4.4
Wagonwheel Elementary 7.0
Pronghorn Elementary 6.7
Prairie Wind Elementary 6.6
Rawhide Elementary 6.7
4-J Elementary School 3.8
Recluse School

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 WY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,190
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 9%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 45
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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 WY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 95.6%
Hispanic 2.2%
Pacific Islander 2.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

510 WALL ST CT, Gillette, WY 82718

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Stocktrail Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wagonwheel Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pronghorn Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 4.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gillette, see our Gillette schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 26.9 mi
School Distance Rating
JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL AT ST MATTHEW'S Gillette 1.8 mi 4.2
Hillcrest Elementary Gillette 1.9 mi 4.4
Lakeview Elementary Gillette 2.2 mi 5.5
Campbell County High School Gillette 2.2 mi 4.1
Meadowlark Elementary Gillette 2.3 mi 5.5
Conestoga Elementary Gillette 4.0 mi 4.4
Twin Spruce Junior High School Gillette 2.9 mi 5.8
Sunflower Elementary Gillette 3.3 mi 6.6
Buffalo Ridge Elementary Gillette 3.7 mi 5.8
Westwood High School Gillette 3.5 mi 5.2
Stocktrail Elementary Gillette 3.5 mi 8.5
Thunder Basin High School Gillette 3.9 mi 5.7
Sage Valley Junior High School Gillette 3.9 mi 6.6
Paintbrush Elementary Gillette 3.9 mi 5.8
Wagonwheel Elementary Gillette 4.1 mi 7.0
Pronghorn Elementary Gillette 4.5 mi 6.7
Prairie Wind Elementary Gillette 5.2 mi 6.6
Rawhide Elementary Gillette 8.5 mi 6.7
Rozet Elementary Rozet 11.8 mi 3.4
4-J Elementary School Gillette 26.9 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 82718 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,454

Median Home Value

$289,900

Median Rent

$1,042/mo

Population

26,197

College Educated

26.9%

Homeownership

80.8%

Avg Commute

22.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

33.6

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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 12th.

How many students attend Heritage Christian School?

Heritage Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Christian School is 6.3:1. 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 WY?

Heritage Christian School ranks #11 of 16 private schools in WY.

What is Heritage Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Christian, no specific denomination 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 Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
45
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Campbell County

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