Heritage Christian Academy's mission is to prepare students for a life of service by teaching, modeling, and encouraging biblical principles while pursuing academic excellence.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
ADHD, Austism Spectrum, Visual disorders
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
Campus Size
42 acres
Student Body
Total Students
192 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
1 course
List of Courses Offered
AP/Advanced Courses
AP GovernmentBritish Literature
EconomicsGovernment
PhysicsPre-Calculus
Average ACT score
24
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
modest, neat, appropriate
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
please contact school for updated tuition schedule
Admissions Director
John Beck
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Global Reading ChallengeHistory Club
Michigan Association of Honor SocietiesMichigan Association of Student Councils
National Honor SocietyNational Junior Honor Society
Student Government
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama/Musical
School Notes
- School Motto: To prepare students for a life of service by teaching, modeling and encouraging Biblical principles while pursuing academic excellence and God-given potential.
- New students are required to take placement tests to assure academic success and appropriate grade level placement.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Heritage Christian Academy offer?
Heritage Christian Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.
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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(269) 544-2332
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
1.9 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 247 students Avg. class size: 22 students Tuition listed
53441 Bent Rd
Marcellus, MI 49067
(269) 646-9367
Marcellus, MI 49067
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19.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 205 students
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Looking Glass Preschool & Daycare
Daycare / Preschool
5527 Parkview Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-9766
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-9766
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 37 students
53441 Bent Rd
Marcellus, MI 49067
(269) 646-9367
Marcellus, MI 49067
(269) 646-9367
19.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 205 students
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Looking Glass Preschool & Daycare
Daycare / Preschool
5527 Parkview Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-9766
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-9766
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 37 students
Kalamazoo Christian Elementary School
(Christian)
3800 S 12th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 635 students
3800 S 12th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
1.9 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 247 students Avg. class size: 22 students Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
3939 West Main St.
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(269) 385-0115
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 385-0115
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Gr: NS-PK
Kalamazoo Christian High School ![Kalamazoo Christian High School Photo - High School entrance.]( "Kalamazoo Christian High School Photo - High School entrance.")
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(269) 381-2250
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-2250
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Kalamazoo Christian High School ![Kalamazoo Christian High School Photo - High School entrance.]( "Kalamazoo Christian High School Photo - High School entrance.")
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Reformed Heritage Christian School ![Reformed Heritage Christian School Photo]( "Reformed Heritage Christian School Photo")
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Kalamazoo, MI 49006
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Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-2646
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 381-2646
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Kalamazoo Christian Middle School
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Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 343-3645
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 343-3645
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(269) 385-4889
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(269) 385-4889
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Kalamazoo Christian Elementary School
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3800 S 12th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
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3800 S 12th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
1.9 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 247 students Avg. class size: 22 students Tuition listed
Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy
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Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 342-8943
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 342-8943
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Reformed Heritage Christian School ![Reformed Heritage Christian School Photo]( "Reformed Heritage Christian School Photo")
(Calvinist)
700 Fletcher Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 383-0505
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 383-0505
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 55 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
1401 Cherry St
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(269) 345-3239
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 345-3239
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
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Looking Glass Preschool & Daycare
Daycare / Preschool
5527 Parkview Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-9766
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 372-9766
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 37 students
Kalamazoo Christian Elementary School
(Christian)
3800 S 12th St
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 544-2332
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 635 students
West Main KinderCare ![West Main KinderCare Photo - Lobby]( "West Main KinderCare Photo - Lobby")
Daycare / Preschool
3939 West Main St.
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 385-0115
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 385-0115
2.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Reformed Heritage Christian School ![Reformed Heritage Christian School Photo]( "Reformed Heritage Christian School Photo")
(Calvinist)
700 Fletcher Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 383-0505
Kalamazoo, MI 49006
(269) 383-0505
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 55 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 345-3239
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 345-3239
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Kincheloe Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25121 Gage St
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4464
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-4464
9300.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 214 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Lawrence Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
714 W Saint Joseph St
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 674-8231
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 674-8231
9300.8 miles
Gr: K-6 | 214 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Lawrence Jrsr High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
650 W Saint Joseph St
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 674-8232
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 674-8232
9300.8 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 179 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Bert Goens Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
701 S Paw Paw St
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 539-5032
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 539-5032
9301.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 70 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Van Buren Technical
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250 South St
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 674-8091
Lawrence, MI 49064
(269) 674-8091
9301.4 miles
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School Reviews
5 8/4/2020
We are so thankful to have found this treasure of a school! HCA is as much a family as it is a tremendous school, educating our children's hearts about Christ as well as their minds. Our teachers for the last 5 years have all been excellent! HCA offers Biblically sound Christian education, which sadly is becoming less common today.
5 4/6/2019
Top private/Christian school in Kalamazoo that values students and small staff/student ratio.
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