Serving 796 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Heritage Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Heritage Elementary School's student population of 796 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
796 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Heritage Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1062 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
54%
48%
Black
20%
6%
White
16%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Heritage Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Elementary School's ranking?
Heritage Elementary School is ranked #1062 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Heritage Elementary School often compared to?
Heritage Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Luke Elementary School, Glenn L. Downs Social Sciences Academy, Cartwright School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Heritage Elementary School?
796 students attend Heritage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Heritage Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Heritage Elementary School offer ?
Heritage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage Elementary School part of?
Heritage Elementary School is part of Heritage Elementary School (81076) School District.
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