Heritage Christian Academy, established in January 2008, is an interdenominational Christian school serving grades pre-kindergarten through eighth.
Located in Sylva, N.C., Heritage Christian Academy has small class rooms and offers a Christ-based education and training for the development of well-rounded students.
Students at Heritage Christian Academy are not only challenged on an intellectual level, but also at a spiritual level through a Christ-centered, Bible-based curriculum.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
74 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: CHALLENGING HEARTS AND MINDS FOR CHRIST
- Heritage Christian Academy, established in January 2008, is an interdenominational Christian school serving grades pre-kindergarten through eighth. Located in Sylva, N.C., Heritage Christian Academy has small class rooms and offers a Christ-based education and training for the development of well-rounded students. Students at Heritage Christian Academy are not only challenged on an intellectual level, but also at a spiritual level through a Christ-centered, Bible-based curriculum.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Heritage Christian Academy often compared to?
Heritage Christian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Victory Christian School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Heritage Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Heritage Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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