Heritage Christian School is an administrative and educational ministry specializing in independent study for home educating families.
Heritage provides support and accountability through our training seminars, class day settings and experienced mentors.
HCS exists to serve beginning and experienced private Christian home educators who desire family centered training with emphasis on both academic excellence and godly character development.
The distinctive features of HCS include: record keeping, monthly newsletter, field trips, sports & clubs, cooperative instructional class days, lab classes and transcripts for high school students as well as a wide variety of support services based on the participation of our committed parent volunteers.
HCS supports traditional or year round schedules, and traditional or unit study curricular methods. Heritage Christian School is a non-profit corporation and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin or ethnicity.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked CA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Heritage Christian School Of San Diego ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
677 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
286 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Basketball ClubBeach Volleyball
Girls SoftballHonor Society
Indoor VolleyballOutdoor Club
RoboticsSurf Club
Yearbook/VMA
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoir
Drama
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Heritage Christian School Of San Diego offer?
Heritage Christian School Of San Diego offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Softball, Surf Team and Volleyball.
What is Heritage Christian School Of San Diego's ranking?
Heritage Christian School Of San Diego ranks among the top 20% of private schools in California for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Heritage Christian School Of San Diego?
The application deadline for Heritage Christian School Of San Diego is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Heritage Christian School Of San Diego located?
Heritage Christian School Of San Diego is located in the Kearny Mesa neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other private schools located in Kearny Mesa.
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9490 Genesee Avenue
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 453-3440
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 453-3440
5.4 miles
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(858) 523-4000
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 523-4000
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San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 576-2120
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 576-2120
3.3 miles
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6501 Linda Vista Rd
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 569-7900
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 569-7900
5.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,313 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 68 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
838 Academy Drive
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(858) 755-8900
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(858) 755-8900
12.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1,098 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 18 Tuition listed
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9490 Genesee Avenue
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 453-3440
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 453-3440
5.4 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 1,169 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 24 | Extracurrculars: 51 Tuition listed
5555 Del Mar Heights Rd
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 523-4000
San Diego, CA 92130
(858) 523-4000
9.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,646 students Sports: 26 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
6501 Linda Vista Rd
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 569-7900
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 569-7900
5.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,313 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 68 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
838 Academy Drive
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(858) 755-8900
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(858) 755-8900
12.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1,098 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 18 Tuition listed
7607 La Jolla Blvd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 459-4021
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 459-4021
8.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 800 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 18 Tuition listed
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Miles
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9490 Genesee Avenue
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 453-3440
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 453-3440
5.4 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 1,169 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 24 | Extracurrculars: 51 Tuition listed
3811 Mount Acadia Blvd
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 576-2120
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 576-2120
3.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 100 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
6501 Linda Vista Rd
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 569-7900
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 569-7900
5.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,313 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 68 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
838 Academy Drive
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(858) 755-8900
Solana Beach, CA 92075
(858) 755-8900
12.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 1,098 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 18 Tuition listed
7607 La Jolla Blvd
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 459-4021
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 459-4021
8.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 800 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 18 Tuition listed
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9490 Genesee Avenue
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 453-3440
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 453-3440
5.4 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 1,169 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 24 | Extracurrculars: 51 Tuition listed
6501 Linda Vista Rd
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 569-7900
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 569-7900
5.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,313 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 68 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
278 Alvarado St Unit 2
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 422-1121
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 422-1121
14.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 351 students Avg. class size: 35 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 11
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(Christian)
24275 Monroe Ave
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 834-9190
Murrieta, CA 92562
(951) 834-9190
50.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 391 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
32032 Del Obispo St
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 493-5683
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 493-5683
55.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 710 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Minato Gakuen School Office
Special Program Emphasis
9150 Chesapeake Dr
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 576-0434
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 576-0434
0.2 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 432 students
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School
(Jewish)
3630 Afton Rd
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 279-3300
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 279-3300
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 284 students Tuition listed
Bright Horizon Academy
(Islamic)
7050 Eckstrom Ave
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 278-7970
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 278-7970
2.2 miles
Gr: K-11 | 276 students Tuition listed
4670 Mount Abernathy Ave
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 279-3311
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 279-3311
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 76 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3365 Glencolum Dr
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 279-1882
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 279-1882
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 271 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
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Minato Gakuen School Office
Special Program Emphasis
9150 Chesapeake Dr
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 576-0434
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 576-0434
0.2 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 432 students
Bright Horizon Academy
(Islamic)
7050 Eckstrom Ave
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 278-7970
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 278-7970
2.2 miles
Gr: K-11 | 276 students Tuition listed
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4633 Doliva Dr
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 598-6846
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 598-6846
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 106 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
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Alternative School
5060 Shoreham Place, Suite 130
San Diego, CA 92122
(877) 673-8893
San Diego, CA 92122
(877) 673-8893
3.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition listed
Fusion San Diego
Alternative School
5060 Shoreham Pl Ste 130
San Diego, CA 92122
(858) 677-9279
San Diego, CA 92122
(858) 677-9279
3.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 34 students
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Miles
Quick Facts
Minato Gakuen School Office
Special Program Emphasis
9150 Chesapeake Dr
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 576-0434
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 576-0434
0.2 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 432 students
Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School
(Jewish)
3630 Afton Rd
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 279-3300
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 279-3300
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 284 students Tuition listed
Bright Horizon Academy
(Islamic)
7050 Eckstrom Ave
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 278-7970
San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 278-7970
2.2 miles
Gr: K-11 | 276 students Tuition listed
4670 Mount Abernathy Ave
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 279-3311
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 279-3311
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 76 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3365 Glencolum Dr
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 279-1882
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 279-1882
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 271 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
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Soille San Diego Hebrew Day School
(Jewish)
3630 Afton Rd
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 279-3300
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 279-3300
2.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 284 students Tuition listed
4670 Mount Abernathy Ave
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 279-3311
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 279-3311
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 76 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3365 Glencolum Dr
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 279-1882
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 279-1882
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 271 students Avg. class size: 24 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Coastal Christian Academy ![Coastal Christian Academy Photo]( "Coastal Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
4633 Doliva Dr
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 598-6846
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 598-6846
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 106 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Japanese Academy Of San Diego
Special Program Emphasis
4811 Mount Etna Dr
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 571-7000
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 571-7000
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 56 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Vista Grande Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5606 Antigua Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92124
(858) 496-8290
San Diego, CA 92124
(858) 496-8290
1.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 364 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Canyon Hills High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5156 Santo Rd.
San Diego, CA 92124
(619) 605-8100
San Diego, CA 92124
(619) 605-8100
1.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,183 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Miller Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4343 Shields St.
San Diego, CA 92124
(858) 221-5200
San Diego, CA 92124
(858) 221-5200
2 miles
Gr: K-5 | 611 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
School For Entrepreneurship And Technology
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3540 Aero Ct.
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 874-4338
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 874-4338
2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 247 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6125 Printwood Way
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 987-5000
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 987-5000
2.2 miles
Gr: K-5 | 208 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
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