Heritage Elementary School serves 398 students in grades Kindergarten-4.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heritage Elementary School's student population of 398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Heritage Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
79%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Heritage Elementary School?
398 students attend Heritage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Heritage Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage Elementary School?
Heritage Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Heritage Elementary School offer ?
Heritage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Heritage Elementary School part of?
Heritage Elementary School is part of Byron Center School District.
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