Decatur Heritage Christian Academy
Decatur Heritage is an independent, non-denominational, community-based school with over 100 churches represented, and offering a preschool ministry, kindergarten classes for ages 4 and 5, and classes for grades 1-12.
Decatur Heritage Christian Academy embraces a Christian philosophy of education.
We consider children a heritage of the Lord and education not simply a job or service provided — it is a calling which we pursue with enthusiasm and diligence.
The mission of Decatur Heritage Christian Academy is to assist families by providing their children with an education that is excellent and which instills Biblical principles to guide their lives.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Top Ranked AL School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Students: 362 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
Decatur Heritage Christian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
362 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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