Heritage Christian School (2026 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 271 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,413
Acceptance rate: 95%
Average class size: 17 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Heritage Christian School
Pre-K	35
Kind	38
1	38
2	31
3	20
4	31
5	21
6	15
7	29
8	13

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Year Founded

1992

Last Day of School

Wed. May 26, 2027

Student Body

Total Students

271 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 16%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

18 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

24%

Average Class Size

17 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,413

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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.: 82%

Admissions Director

Brian Goodbar

Admissions Associate

Brenda Wichhart

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

Cross CountrySoccer

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

ArtConcert Band

Heritage Singers Performing ChoirPhysical Education

School Notes

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.
Specialized classes in music, art and physical education are offered.
New facility was built in 2009 on 22 acres in NorthLiberty.

School Motto: To serve Christ by partnering with parents to provide biblically faithful, academically excellent education.

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 160 families and over 270 students, pre-K through 8th grade, in the North Liberty, Coralville, and Iowa City area.Thirty-two full and part-time faculty and staff who have a passion for Christ, children and theschool strive to fulfill our mission.The unique mission at Heritage allows 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 proficiency in reading and mathematics than area public schools on the Iowa Assessments. Heritage students in area high schools are readily recognized 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 staff to 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 are offered.
Heritage is interdenominational: over 30 local congregations are represented by Heritage families.
Average teaching experience among faculty: 10 years
BIBLICALLY FAITHFUL CURRICULUM
Heritage Christian School believes that the teaching of biblical truths cannot be relegated solely to the home and church when children are being taught opposing worldviews at school.Therefore, HCS strives for academic excellence while teaching from a biblical worldview in all subject areas and presented in a loving Christian environment that reinforces rather than erodes the values of the Christian home and church.
SMALL CLASS SIZES
Classes at Heritage are capped at 20 students.Small class sizes allow 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 national averages, and when 8th graders graduate, guidance counselors at the local high schools recommend that Heritage students take Advanced Placement 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.

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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 87%.

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 rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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.

School Calendar

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Spring Break

March 15, 2027 (Monday)

Last Day to Withdraw Enrollment for 27-28

April 30, 2027 (Friday)

Last Day of School/Talent Show

May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)

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The average private school tuition in Johnson County, IA is $13,623 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Johnson County, IA is 93% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).