Hillcrest Academy | |
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Address | |
1421 540th St. SW Kalona , Iowa 52247 | |
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School type | Independent |
Religious affiliation(s) | Christian |
Established | 1945 |
Principal | Dwight Gingerich |
Grades | 6 - 12 |
Gender | Coed |
Enrollment | 164 (2024-2025) [1] ~160 (2024-2025) [ citation needed ] |
Website | www |
Hillcrest Academy (formerly Iowa Mennonite School) is an independent, Christian school near Iowa City, Iowa in Kalona, Iowa, established in 1945.
At Hillcrest Academy, Jesus is the center of their faith. Community is the center of their lives, and reconciliation is the center of their work. The values of understanding God’s unconditional love, respect for others, and a humble attitude of service are an integral part of the Hillcrest Academy educational experience. Partnering with families and the church to educate students with a Biblical worldview is central to what the school is.
Hillcrest Academy's mascot is the Ravens. Hillcrest Academy is a member of the Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA), the Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU), and the Southeast Iowa Superconference (SEISC). The Ravens have 57 state appearances, including 18 state championships since they sanctioned athletics in 1972 .[ citation needed ]
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