Serving 492 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heritage Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Heritage Elementary School's student population of 492 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heritage Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#744 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
19%
36%
Black
31%
21%
White
32%
36%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Elementary School's ranking?
Heritage Elementary School is ranked #744 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Heritage Elementary School often compared to?
Heritage Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pride Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Heritage Elementary School?
492 students attend Heritage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Heritage Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage Elementary School?
Heritage Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Heritage Elementary School offer ?
Heritage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Heritage Elementary School part of?
Heritage Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
View the Heritage Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (End of 2nd Semester)
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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