Hillcrest Academy
| Hillcrest Academy | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
1421 540th St. SW Kalona , Iowa 52247 | |
| Information | |
| School type | Private |
| Religious affiliation | Christian |
| Established | 1945 |
| Principal | Nate Miller |
| Head of school | Nate Miller |
| Grades | 6 - 12 |
| Gender | Coed |
| Enrollment | 178 (2025-2026)[1] ~160 (2024-2025) |
| Slogan | "Academics that Inspire. Faith that Leads." |
| Athletics conference | Southeast Iowa Superconference; North Division |
| Mascot | Ravens |
| Affiliation(s) | (Boys' sports) IHSAA and (Girls' Sports) IGHSAU |
| Website | www |
Hillcrest Academy (formerly Iowa Mennonite School) is an independent, Christian school near Iowa City, Iowa in Kalona, Iowa, United States.
Academic Success
Hillcrest Academy has a long history of helping high school students thrive. Students gain more than just a strong academic foundation; they graduate with the skills to apply knowledge, confident in their talents, and ready to take their place as Christian leaders in their colleges and communities.
Athletics
The Ravens have 62 state appearances, including 18 state championships since they sanctioned athletics in 1972.
The Ravens compete in the Southeast Iowa Superconference (North Division), in the following sports:
- Boys' & Girls' Cross country
- Girls' Volleyball
- Boys' & Girls' Basketball
- Boys' & Girls' Track and field
- Boys' & Girls' Golf
- Boys' & Girls' Soccer
- Boys' Baseball
- Girls' Softball
For American Football, the Ravens send their athletes to Williamsburg to compete in Iowa Class 3A District 5 (As of 2025).[2]
See also
References
- ^ "Hillcrest Academy". Iowa Department of Education. Retrieved July 26, 2023.
- ^ "Football: 2025 & 2026 Districts & Groups". IHSAA. March 5, 2025. Retrieved September 23, 2025.