Organized in 1969, Heritage Academy is a private, interracial, nonprofit, independent, Biblical Christian school.
It offers spiritual and academic standards to families in the tri-state area.
The primary objectives and purposes of the school are to train the student in the knowledge of God and the Christian way of life and to give the best education in all subject areas.
Heritage Academy's mission is to participate in equipping our students in all grades academically, spiritually, socially, and physically so that they may discern and live out God's plan for their lives.
Heritage Academy's curriculum is based upon the philosophy of Christian education which integrates Biblical truths with the truths of scholarship.
Ours is a traditional approach to classroom teaching with a carefully developed program designed to utilize the best of traditional education, with emphasis on phonetics and arithmetic.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,200
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Heritage Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
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Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
210 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 37%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
2 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
khakis and polos
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
K4 - 2500.00
Admissions Director
Greg Stegall
Admissions Associate
Marci Muller
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Heritage Academy cost?
Heritage Academy's tuition is approximately $5,200 for private students.
What schools are Heritage Academy often compared to?
Heritage Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Grace Academy, Broadfording Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Heritage Academy?
The application deadline for Heritage Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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