Heritage Elementary School

679 Lewis Center Rd
Lewis Center, OH 43035
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 5%
Serving 731 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Heritage Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 731 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : Top 5% in OH
  • : 88% (Top 5%)
  • : 89% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Heritage Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

School Overview

Heritage Elementary School's student population of 731 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
731 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Heritage Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#63 out of 3241 schools
(Top 5%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Heritage Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
88%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Heritage Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
89%
60%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Heritage Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
85-89%
63%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Heritage Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Heritage Elementary School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
32%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Heritage Elementary School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Hispanic
4%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Heritage Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Black
5%
17%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Heritage Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
White
53%
67%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Heritage Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Heritage Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Heritage Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Ohio.
0.62
This chart displays the diversity score of Heritage Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
38%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Heritage Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Heritage Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Ohio by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Heritage Elementary School's ranking?
Heritage Elementary School is ranked #63 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Heritage Elementary School often compared to?
Heritage Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Heritage Elementary School?
731 students attend Heritage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Heritage Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage Elementary School?
Heritage Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heritage Elementary School offer ?
Heritage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Heritage Elementary School part of?
Heritage Elementary School is part of Olentangy Local School District.

School Reviews

5   5/25/2020
I love working here! Heritage is such a great school with great families, students, and staff.
- Posted by Teacher - olentangy123
5   5/21/2020
I am so grateful to have met Mrs. Susan (Principle). What a very special woman. Susan listened and truly cared about my compliments, and concerns, thank you Susan. Any parent should be confident in knowing that your kids are in great l, safe care with Susan. Susan, thank you for always listening and assisting us. We will never forget you !
- Posted by Parent - Ms. Capa
5   5/21/2020
Mrs. McGee. Thank you for all of your support, especially in the most crucial time in all of our lives. You brought a sense of calm when we needed it the most. I will always remember this You not only put your students first, you supported the parents, one in particular was me. Your guidance was crucial, we made it through the storm-covid-19 because of you. Thank you for being a caring and wonderful Teacher. You are amazing!
- Posted by Parent - Mrs. Chapa
5   6/30/2018
Heritage Elementary is a wonderful school. The teachers and staff go above and beyond to help their students thrive and learn.
- Posted by Parent - BuckeyeMama

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 731 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 88% (Top 5%)
  • : 89% (Top 5%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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