Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heritage Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heritage Elementary School serves the southeast part of Grayson, KY, covering an area of approximately 75.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heritage Elementary School's student population of 336 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
336 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Motto
Keeping our children safe while preparing them for a successful tomorrow!
School Rankings
Heritage Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#753 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Elementary School's ranking?
Heritage Elementary School is ranked #753 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Heritage Elementary School?
336 students attend Heritage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Heritage Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage Elementary School?
Heritage Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Heritage Elementary School offer ?
Heritage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Heritage Elementary School part of?
Heritage Elementary School is part of Carter County School District.
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