Horizon Christian School vs. Heritage Christian School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Horizon Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Heritage Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Overview
Horizon Christian School (HCS) serves students from pre-k through 12th grade, and is a non-denominational ministry of Horizon Christian Fellowship.
Our student body of nearly 300 is comprised of students from many local churches.
HCS teaches from a Biblical worldview, and is fully accredited through the Indiana Department of Education.
Horizon provides small class sizes with more personal attention.
Students enjoy our beautiful 99 acre campus in the Geist/Lawrence area.
Horizon is a non-denominational, Biblically based Christian school striving for academic excellence while developing in students a Christian perspective of the world by encouraging a lifetime of service to Jesus Christ.
Heritage Christian School, located in Indianapolis, Indiana, is a Christ-centered, college-preparatory school serving students from preschool through 12th grade.
Committed to glorifying God, discipling students, and pursuing excellence, Heritage offers strong academics, competitive athletics, vibrant fine arts, and a supportive community.
With a focus on spiritual growth and whole-child development, Heritage partners with Christian families to equip students for lifelong impact through a biblical worldview.
Grades Offered
K-12
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
Yes, selected in 2024
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Yes
Year Founded
1998
1965
Students Body
Total Students
369 students
1589 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
-
20%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
-
94
Kindergarten Students
19
92
Grade 1 Students
32
114
Grade 2 Students
19
100
Grade 3 Students
26
102
Grade 4 Students
29
103
Grade 5 Students
24
118
Grade 6 Students
33
120
Grade 7 Students
25
118
Grade 8 Students
29
125
Grade 9 Students
33
137
Grade 10 Students
28
125
Grade 11 Students
41
118
Grade 12 Students
31
123
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
126 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
20%
45%
Average Class Size
18
n/a
Number of AP Classes
n/a
18
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:14
1:13
Average SAT score
n/a
1112
Average ACT score
n/a
25
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Modesty)
(Modesty)
Casual
(Modest, neat, and appropriate attire is required)
(Modest, neat, and appropriate attire is required)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Nov. 15 / Mar. 15
Tuition Cost
$10,590
n/a
Tuition Notes
K-6th: $9365
7th-8th: $9,900
9th-12th: $10590
discounts for families with multiple students
Tuition varies by grade level.
% on Financial Aid
n/a
50%
Average Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$3,300
Admissions Director
Jennifer Kimble
Regina Schrock
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10
14
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
n/a
7
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
n/a
Art Classes, Mock Trial, Music classes, National Honor Society, Robotics, Student Government, Theatre Production