Serving 1,392 students in grades 9-12, Heritage High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Heritage High School's student population of 1,392 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heritage High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage High School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1067 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
19%
18%
White
58%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage High School's ranking?
Heritage High School is ranked #1067 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heritage High School?
The graduation rate of Heritage High School is 87%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Heritage High School?
1,392 students attend Heritage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Heritage High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage High School?
Heritage High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heritage High School offer ?
Heritage High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Heritage High School part of?
Heritage High School is part of Saginaw Township Community Schools School District.
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