Serving 1,722 students in grades 9-12, Heritage High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,722 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heritage High School's student population of 1,722 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,722 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heritage High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage High School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1505 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)23%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)61%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
32%
25%
Black
4%
5%
White
49%
50%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage High School's ranking?
Heritage High School is ranked #1505 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heritage High School?
The graduation rate of Heritage High School is 88%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Heritage High School?
1,722 students attend Heritage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Heritage High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
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 Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Heritage High School offer ?
Heritage High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage High School part of?
Heritage High School is part of Evergreen School District (Clark).
School Reviews
5 12/6/2007
The preesntation made by the Heritage High School Women's choir last week to Glenwood Place residents and staff was one of the best we have seen in the past two years. Mr. Karn and the young ladies were superlative! A music program like this is to be commended.(former tescher)
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