Our mission is to serve Christ by partnering with parents to provide biblically faithful, academically excellent education.Our vision is to be a leader in developing passionate,lifelong learners commited to Christ.
Class sizes are capped at 20 students. State-certified teachers focus on nurturing your child`s development spiritually, academically and socially.
The financial aid program provides tuition assistance to12 percent of students.
Specialized classes in music, art and physical education are offered.
New facility was built in 2009 on 22 acres inNorthLiberty.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,413
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 17 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Motto
To serve Christ by partnering with parents to provide biblically faithful, academically excellent education.
Student Body
Total Students
213 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
24%
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 17 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition cost reflects full-time tuition. Part-time pre-kindergarten tuition rates are lower.
% on Financial Aid
12%
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Brian Goodbar
Admissions Associate
Brenda Wichhart
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Art, Concert Band, Heritage Singers Performing Choir, Physical Education
School Notes
- Heritage Christian School is a prekindergarten through eighth grade interdenominational Christian school that opened in the fall of 1992 with 37 students.Today, Heritage serves over 120 families and over 190 students, pre-K through 8th grade, in the North Liberty,Coralville, and Iowa City area.Twenty-five full and part-timefaculty and staff who have a passion for Christ, children and theschool strive to fulfill our mission.The unique mission at Heritageallows our passionate faculty and staff the freedom to teach anddisciple students according to biblical truths, connecting Christin all classroom subjects. Holding fast to God`s Word raises ourstandard of excellence in all things, including, but not limitedto, academics. Our students consistently score higher proficiencyin reading and mathematics than area public schools on the IowaAssessments. Heritage students in area high schools are readilyrecognized as well-behaved, respectful, hardworking and wellprepared for the next segment of their academic journey.
- HERITAGE AT A GLANCE
- Classes are capped at 20 students, allowing our dedicated staffto focus more attention on each student.
- State-certified teachers focus on nurturing your child`sdevelopment spiritually, academically and socially.
- New facility was built in 2009 on 22 acres in NorthLiberty.
- The facility and learning environment is a safe and securesetting in which students can grow.
- Specialized classes in music, art and physical education areoffered.
- The financial aid program provides tuition assistance to 12percent of students.
- Heritage is interdenominational: over 30 local congregationsare represented by Heritage families.
- Average teaching experience among faculty: 10 years
- BIBLICALLY FAITHFUL CURRICULUM
- Heritage Christian School believes that the teaching ofbiblical truths cannot be relegated solely to the home and churchwhen children are being taught opposing worldviews atschool.Therefore, HCS strives for academic excellence usingcurriculum that teaches from a biblical world view, presented in aloving Christian environment that reinforces rather than erodes thevalues of the Christian home and church.
- SMALL CLASS SIZES
- Classes at Heritage are capped at 20 students.Small class sizesallow our teachers to not only teach in an individualized manner,but also disciple the students in their classrooms
- EXEMPLARY ACADEMICS
- Each day presents an academically challenging opportunity forour students. Most students perform a year ahead of the nationalaverages, and when 8th graders graduate, guidance counselors at thelocal high schools recommend that Heritage students take AdvancedPlacement courses their freshman year.
- A COMMUNITY OF FAMILIES AND STAFF
- The families at Heritage are a well-connected community.Parents and staff maintain close relationships to ensure that eachchild is getting their individual needs met. We believe each childto be a unique creation of God`s own image. Our passionate staffdesires to see these children live out their God-given potentialand glorify Him with their gifts.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Chelsea - Attended Northwestern University and currently pursuing a master’s degree at Covenant Seminary. -
- John Michael - Graduated from Northwestern University. -
- Timothy - Graduated from Northwestern University. -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Heritage Christian School cost?
Heritage Christian School's tuition is approximately $8,413 for private students.
What schools are Heritage Christian School often compared to?
Heritage Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Hillside Christian School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Heritage Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Heritage Christian School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
Who are famous alumni from Heritage Christian School?
Heritage Christian School famous alumni include: Chelsea - Attended Northwestern University and currently pursuing a master’s degree at Covenant Seminary., John Michael - Graduated from Northwestern University. and Timothy - Graduated from Northwestern University..
What sports does Heritage Christian School offer?
Heritage Christian School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Heritage Christian School?
The application deadline for Heritage Christian School is Feb. 17 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 17 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Heritage Christian School located?
Heritage Christian School is located in the Penn neighborhood of North Liberty, IA. There are 1 other private schools located in Penn.
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