We promise to know your child, love your child, and prepare your child.
For 30 years, Christian families like yours have found a place where children grow in faith, character, and knowledge.
From preschool through twelfth grade, your child will be known, loved, and prepared in a Christ-centered community that nurtures their gifts, deepens their faith, and prepares them to step confidently into God’s purpose for their life.
The Hill Country Difference: The 3 C’s
Biblical Truth
All subjects are taught from a Christian worldview, with Christian principles and biblical truths woven into the very fabric of the curriculum. (2 Timothy 3:16-17)
Relationship
We encourage every child to begin and develop their relationship with God the Father through Jesus Christ.
(Matthew 28:18-20; 19:13-15)
Covenant
We are a covenant school. This means every family includes at least one professing Christian parent, creating a close-knit community united by shared faith and purpose.
WEEKLY CHAPELS
SCRIPTURE MEMORY
SPIRITUAL RETREATS
SERVICE PROJECTS
MISSION TRIPS
Time-Tested
A structured, time-tested approach to learning that fosters wisdom, wonder, and critical thinking.
Developmentally Focused
Classical education matches teaching to a child’s cognitive development, moving from knowledge to understanding to wisdom.
A Love For Learning
It’s not about being old-fashioned or rigid; it’s about helping students fall in love with learning while wrestling with life’s biggest questions.
Excellence
Hill Country Christian School of Austin provides a course of study that meets or exceeds admission requirements at top colleges and universities in the United States and abroad.
Logic
We teach our students to think critically and problem solve, using formal logic, the Great Texts, and the Socratic Method of inquiry-based discussion.
Foundation
Students are taught the skills and concepts that will serve as the foundation for future learning.
DUAL CREDITS OFFERED
AP COURSES OFFERED
HONORS COURSES OFFERED
Take a Deeper Dive into the 3 C’s
If you’d like to learn even more about our 3 C’s we invite you to visit these pages:
Portrait of a Hill Country Graduate
- Seeks God and Abides in His Will
- Communicates Effectively
- Lifelong Learner Who Thinks Logically, Critically, and Creatively
- Leads with Integrity and Humility
- Equipped to Persevere Amid Challenges
Features of a Hill Country Education
Campus
Our 64-acre campus is located in Cedar Park (a suburb of Austin, Texas), and features a state-of-the-art athletic facility.
Theology Courses
All students are equipped through formal theology courses to cultivate a deeper understanding and application of the Christian Faith.
Athletics
Over 60% student athletes
and over 30 athletic teams (6th-12th grade)
College Advising
Students have access to a full-time academic and college advisor.
DIversity
Hill Country families are from 14 cities, 36 zip codes, 111 churches with 33% diversity.
Public Speaking
1st-5th graders participate in Speech Meet by presenting speeches before judges who score and give helpful feedback.
Fine Arts & CLUBS
We offer visual and performing arts programs, and host a wide variety of clubs on campus.
Leadership
We teach the core principles of Christian leadership and how they inform every area of life.
Exemplary Faculty
100% are Christ-followers
100% hold a Bachelor’s degree
33% hold an advanced degree
13.5 years experience on average
Competitions
Students compete locally,
nationally, and internationally
in academics, STEM, and fine arts.
House System
This unites 6th-8th graders
in community, mentorship, competition, and service.
Technology
Our 1:1 technology initiative ensures students are learning with the tools of their generation.
STEM Curriculum
We provide K-12, hands-on
learning opportunities for creativity, collaboration, and innovation.
BLock Schedule
Block scheduling provides a more focused learning experience reflective of the college environment.
Scripture Memory
Elementary School students memorize Scripture throughout the year and are challenged, at year’s end, to recite those Scriptures in succession.
Critical Thinking
We teach our students to think critically, using formal logic, the Great Texts, and the Socratic Method of inquiry-based discussion.
Math Mastery
Students master core math
skills by scoring at least 80% on objective exams.
Senior Thesis
Seniors research, write, and present a thesis to a panel of judges, then defend it in a challenging Q&A.
Gate Program
Our Gifted and Talented Enrichment (GATE) is a fee-based program that extends and enriches learning for Elementary School students who qualify academically.
ARCC
Through our Academic Resource & Counseling Center (ARCC), we provide fee-based programs for students with minor learning differences and free on-campus counseling services.
Accreditations & Certifications
Hill Country holds dual accreditation from the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and Cognia and is a member of the Council on Educational Standards and Accountability (CESA).
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Our Campus
Hill Country Christian School of Austin sits on a 64-acre campus serving families across the Austin metro area who seek a private, Christ-centered education for their college-bound students.
We welcome students from Cedar Park, Round Rock, Lakeway, Leander, Lago Vista, Lake Travis, Georgetown, and nearby communities including Four Points, Steiner Ranch, Liberty Hill, Manor, Marble Falls, Bee Cave, Taylor, and Pflugerville.
Explore all the reasons why Austin-area families choose Hill Country.
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Class of 2018 Alumna
Congratulations to the newest members of our Elementary History Club! Through research, creative projects, and impressive oral presentations, these talented students have shown remarkable curiosity and dedication. As they continue exploring the people and events that shaped our world, we pray they will grow in critical thinking and communicating confidently.
Front Row (L–R): Joella P., Stephanie K., Brady B., Elaine H., Clara W., Morgan B., Mauren B.
Back Row (L–R): Addilyn V., Carley Ann B., Eru Y., Andrew R., Joseph R., James M., Raegan R.
Just a reminder Parents! This afternoon is Books & Bites! ☕📚✨
Knight with the Stars, our Annual Fund Kick-off event, was an unforgettable night of fellowship, worship, and celebration! We were blessed by Dove Award-winning Christian artist and Hill Country parent, Tauren Wells, who led us in an incredible time of worship featuring songs from his newly released album.
This year, we celebrated 30 Years of God’s Faithfulness at Hill Country! Former heads of school Bill McGee and Jeff Marx, alongside former Hill Country Bible Church pastor Tim Hawks, reflected on our school`s humble beginnings and God`s extraordinary grace over the last three decades.
We were inspired by alumni Ryan Holt and Lt. Col. Will Dowd (‘03), who shared how their Hill Country education shaped their lives and helped us honor 28-year faculty member Edward Baptiste (“Mr. B”) with the A Knight to Remember Award for his decades of dedicated service and stewardship to our students.
You can still make your Knight with the Stars Annual Fund gift by clicking the link below! Your generosity impacts all 723 students across every age and stage by providing the enrichments and enhancements that make academics, athletics, and fine arts truly exceptional.
Our goal is 100% parent participation! Let’s be ALL IN for the Annual Fund!
You can give online here: https://www.hillcountrychristianschool.org/support-us/online-donations/
Bringing classic stories off the page and into our hallways! 📚
Day 3 of Homecoming Week brought a world of imagination to campus for Elementary Book Character Day. Our PK-5th graders stepped into the shoes of their favorite literary figures, from Dr. Seuss classics and Ms.
Frizzle’s Magic School Bus to a very hungry mouse in search of a cookie!
Swipe through to see our favorite storybook moments from today!
Oversized tees, baggy shorts, and a total disregard for color-coordinating! 🕶️
Day 3 of Homecoming Week was full-blown Adam Sandler Day for our Middle and High School students! Our 6th–12th graders took ultimate comfort and anti-decorum to a whole new level as they filled the hallways in true Sandler fashion.
Swipe through to check out the peak comfort and school spirit from today! 📸➡️
No backpacks? No problem!
Our Middle and High School students brought their absolute A-game today for "Anything BUT a Backpack Day!"
Hallway passing periods looked a little different as books, binders, and laptops made their way to class in shopping carts, guitar cases, pizza boxes… and yes, even an actual mini-fridge! The commitment to the theme, humor, and school spirit was off the charts.
Swipe through to see how our 6th–12th graders hauled their gear to class today! Which container gets your vote for most creative? 📸 ➡️
Who said WATER can`t be fun?!?
Day 2 of Homecoming Week brought some serious ingenuity to our elementary halls for "Anything BUT a Water Bottle Day!"
Our PK–5th graders proved that staying hydrated is way more fun when your drink comes out of a camera, a pineapple, a barbell… or even a dragon! From the morning drop-off line to the lunchroom, our students brought big smiles and endless imagination to campus.
Swipe through to check out some of the wild and creative "not water bottles" from today! 📸➡️
We took Homecoming spirit TO INFINITY AND BEYOND today! 🤠🚀
Day 1 of Homecoming Week is officially in the books, and our campus was bursting with energy and creativity as students across Elementary, Middle, and High School—along with our amazing teachers—got in on the fun for Toy Story Tuesday! Stay tuned for tomorrow`s "Anything But…" themes! See last week`s Knightly News for details and all things Homecoming!
Helmets on, big smiles, and pedal power—today was PK4 & Kinder Bridge Bike (and scooter) Day! 🚴♂️🚴🏾♀️🚴🏼
Our Parking Lot was filled with laughter, cheering, and colorful wheels this morning as our youngest Knights took to the pavement for our annual Bike Day!
Events like this are a sweet reminder of the vibrant, close-knit community we share at Hill Country. From parents cheering on the sidelines to teachers guiding little riders, it was a wonderful morning of fellowship, encouragement, and pure childhood joy.
Thank you to all the parents, teachers, and helpers who came out to cheer on these little ones and make this morning so special!
"Children are a heritage from the LORD, the fruit of the womb a reward." — Psalm 127:3
