Heritage Christian School vs. Hillside Christian School
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School Overview
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Hillside Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Iowa for:
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Overview
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.
Hillside is an accredited intentionally small K-8 Christian school which offers a unique and effective 'one-room schoolhouse' type of education in a family atmosphere.
Individual children's learning styles and rates are naturally accommodated through multi-grade classrooms
High academic standards are balanced with plenty of time for creative play and exploration so that children can enjoy childhood, not be hurried through it.
Grades Offered
PK-8
K-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
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No
Learning Difference Programs
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Yes
Learning Programs Supported
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Mild learning differences
Year Founded
1992
1981
Students Body
Total Students
213 students
32 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
31%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
20
-
Kindergarten Students
30
6
Grade 1 Students
20
2
Grade 2 Students
30
5
Grade 3 Students
20
5
Grade 4 Students
20
3
Grade 5 Students
31
4
Grade 6 Students
15
2
Grade 7 Students
14
3
Grade 8 Students
13
2
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
4 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
24%
20%
Average Class Size
16
12
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:14
1:8
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Feb. 17 / rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$8,413
$6,000
Tuition Notes
Tuition cost reflects full-time tuition. Part-time pre-kindergarten tuition rates are lower.
ESA eligible
Tuition and fees amount do not exceed ESA amount per year
% on Financial Aid
12%
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Acceptance Rate
95%
80%
Admissions Director
Brian Goodbar
Amy Smellie
Admissions Associate
Brenda Wichhart
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
6
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Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
4
3
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Art, Concert Band, Heritage Singers Performing Choir, Physical Education
Art, Pilates Strength and Flexibility Exercise, Vocal Music