Serving 598 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Heritage Early Childhood School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 62%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 63%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Math Proficiency: 86%
- Reading Proficiency: 82%
- Attendance Zone: Heritage Elementary School serves the northwest part of Hamilton, OH, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heritage Early Childhood School's student population of 598 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
598 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Heritage Early Childhood School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)86%
62%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)82%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Heritage Early Childhood School often compared to?
Heritage Early Childhood Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vangorden Elementary School, Creekside Early Childhood School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 62% OH state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 63% OH state average).
How many students attend Heritage Early Childhood School?
598 students attend Heritage Early Childhood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Heritage Early Childhood School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage Early Childhood School?
Heritage Early Childhood School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heritage Early Childhood School offer ?
Heritage Early Childhood School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage Early Childhood School part of?
Heritage Early Childhood School is part of Lakota Local School District.
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