Serving 1,306 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Heritage K-8 Charter ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage K-8 Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Heritage K-8 Charter's student population of 1,306 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heritage K-8 Charter ranks within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage K-8 Charter is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#837 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
37%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage K-8 Charter's ranking?
Heritage K-8 Charter is ranked #837 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Heritage K-8 Charter often compared to?
Heritage K-8 Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Classical Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Heritage K-8 Charter?
1,306 students attend Heritage K-8 Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Heritage K-8 Charter students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage K-8 Charter?
Heritage K-8 Charter has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Heritage K-8 Charter offer ?
Heritage K-8 Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Heritage K-8 Charter part of?
Heritage K-8 Charter is part of Heritage K-8 Charter School District.
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