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Hillcrest is a Preschool-12th grade school that employs the Classical Model of education within a Christian context. Our approach to Classical Christian education uses students` God-given strengths at each stage of growth to guide learning. Our goal is to equip students with tools for lifetime learning!
Hillcrest students score high on standardized tests and have many opportunities to participate in our nationally recognized STEAM program.Students repeatedly express their satisfaction and ongoing growth.
They receive mentorship support and ongoing encouragement from staff who are trained to engage and support students spiritually and academically. As you pursue the best educational environment for your school aged student, please explore our website and know our admissions office is happy to speak to you and your family.
We have people ready to provide you with even more information who can help you in this vital decision.

Quick Stats (2023)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 306 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Hillcrest Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1916

Student Body

Total Students
306 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Hillcrest Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
3 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP American History, AP Art Studio, AP Calculas AB, AP English Composition, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP European HIstory
Average SAT score
1210
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition costs for Preschool-12th grade can be found on the Hillcrest website.
% on Financial Aid
75%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,500
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Mikayla Genereux
Endowment Size
$2 million

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Baking Club, Book Club, Chess Club, Evangelism Club, Hiking Club, Knitting Club

Arts and Music Programs:
Advanced Art Portfolio, Backyard Worship Praise Team, Competitive Jazz Choir, Concert Band, Concert Choir, Fundamentals in Drawing, Jazz Band, Pottery, Traveling Concert Choir, Worship Arts Praise Team

School Notes

  • We are growing and excited to announce that we are one of the only Classical Christian School in the tri-state area. We specialize in training students to think and reason from a Biblical and classical perspective. Hillcrest students score high on standardized tests and have many opportunities to participate in our nationally recognized STEAM program.Students repeatedly express their satisfaction and ongoing growth. They receive mentorship support and ongoing encouragement from staff who are trained to engage and support students spiritually and academically.As you pursue the best educational environment for your school aged student, please explore our website and know our admissions office is happy to speak to you and your family. We have people ready to provide you with even more information who can help you in this vital decision.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Hillcrest Academy?

The acceptance rate of Hillcrest Academy is 90%, which is lower than the national average of 91%. Hillcrest Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Minnesota with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Hillcrest Academy offer?

Hillcrest Academy offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting.

What is Hillcrest Academy's ranking?

Hillcrest Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Hillcrest Academy?

The application deadline for Hillcrest Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2023)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 306 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Minnesota is $7,287 for elementary schools and $13,527 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Minnesota is 91% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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