Serving 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Heritage Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Heritage Elementary School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Heritage Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% 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 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2248 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
35%
17%
White
36%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Elementary School's ranking?
Heritage Elementary School is ranked #2248 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Heritage Elementary School?
432 students attend Heritage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Heritage Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 20% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage Elementary School?
Heritage Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heritage Elementary School offer ?
Heritage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage Elementary School part of?
Heritage Elementary School is part of Lima City School District.
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