Heritage Academy (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Heritage Academy in Zephyrhills, FL serves 114 students from pre鈥搆indergarten through 8th grade in a suburban community setting.
The school has a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 14:1 with an average class size of 15, supported by 8 teachers.
Founded in 1998, Heritage Academy maintains a Church of God religious affiliation and a 48.9% student diversity rate.
Annual tuition is $4,175 with 20% of students receiving financial aid averaging $4,011 per award.
The faculty includes 90% of teachers holding advanced degrees, reflecting the school's focus on qualified instructional staff.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked FL School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 114 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,175
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Heritage Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Church of God

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Heritage Academy
Pre-K	27
Kind	16
1	14
2	16
3	10
4	11
5	5
6	7
7	5
8	3

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

McKay Scholarship

Year Founded

1998

School Motto

'Educating for Eternity'

Student Body

Total Students

114 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

49%

State avg.: 48%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

15 students

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,175

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Tuition Notes

Tuition does not include registration, books, student supply, and yearbook fees.

% on Financial Aid

20%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$4,011

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Michelle Axthelm

Admissions Associate

Michelle Axthelm

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

2 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Martial ArtsSchool Choir

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Heritage Academy cost?

Heritage Academy's tuition is approximately $4,175 for private students.

What schools are Heritage Academy often compared to?

Heritage Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Zephyrhills Christian Academy by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Heritage Academy?

The acceptance rate of Heritage Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

What sports does Heritage Academy offer?

Heritage Academy offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Dance, Football, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.

What is Heritage Academy's ranking?

Heritage Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Least expensive tuition and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

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).

In what neighborhood is Heritage Academy located?

Heritage Academy is located in the Zephyrhills Colony Company neighborhood of Zephyrhills, FL. There are 2 other private schools located in Zephyrhills Colony Company.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Pasco County, FL is $10,123 for elementary schools and $11,933 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Pasco County, FL is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).