Hillcrest Academy

Hillcrest Academy

Private Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
1421 540th St SW,  Kalona, IA
4.3
5.0
178 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dwight Gingerich
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Average ACT Score
28
Average GPA
3.68
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$12,500
Religious Affiliation
Anabaptist

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
C+
Teachers
B+
College Prep
A-
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.68
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers
20
Full Time Teachers
16
Part Time Teachers
4
College Prep
Average ACT
28
Math
26
English
29
Reading
29
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
10
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
73%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
51.6%
Female
48.4%
White
78.1%
Hispanic
18.8%
Asian
3.1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Iowa 16 Students
Goshen College 10 Students
University of Northern Iowa 8 Students
Iowa State University 7 Students
Eastern Mennonite University 7 Students
Central College 6 Students
Luther College 5 Students
Kirkwood Community College 4 Students
Dordt University 4 Students
Hesston College 4 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 10 Students
Business 4 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 3 Students
Finance 3 Students
Engineering 3 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 3 Students
Social Work and Youth Services 3 Students
Emergency Care Attendant (EMT) 3 Students
Chemical Engineering 2 Students
Art Teacher Education 2 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.3 3 Reviews
4.0 Senior
11/22/2017
Small class sizes make getting help from teachers easier. The community is very involved. Even though it is a Mennonite school, everyone is welcome. I am agnostic and I fit in just fine. Overall, my experience was great. The only major downsides are that there aren't a lot of classes to choose from and bible classes are required.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 2 Reviews
5.0 other
1/2/2019
IMS provides a different than "normal" high school experience. It is strong academically, has a variety of extra-curricular activities, and has personable faculty and staff. The small class sizes facilitate an advantageous learning environment for the student. Faculty and staff also encourage growth...
5.0 parent
12/27/2018
We live in a top-notch public school district, yet choose to send our children to IMS. They have grown academically, socially, and spiritually. The student body is diverse and welcoming. We would recommend any parent who is looking for more than an excellent education, for their child, to check out...

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Hillcrest Academy is a private Anabaptist school for students in grades 6-12 located at 1421 540th St SW in Kalona, IA. Annual tuition is $12,500. The school has a total enrollment of 178 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Hillcrest Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+. The average GPA is 3.68, the graduation rate is 100%, and the average ACT score is 28. Discover additional schools in the area, like Washington Township Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Kalona has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Hillcrest Academy.

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