Serving 608 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Heritage Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Heritage Elementary serves the north part of De Pere, WI, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 7.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heritage Elementary School's student population of 608 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
608 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Heritage Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#101 out of 1962 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
87%
66%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.1%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Elementary School's ranking?
Heritage Elementary School is ranked #101 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Heritage Elementary School often compared to?
Heritage Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dickinson Elementary School, Susie C Altmayer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Heritage Elementary School?
608 students attend Heritage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Heritage Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage Elementary School?
Heritage Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heritage Elementary School offer ?
Heritage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Heritage Elementary School part of?
Heritage Elementary School is part of De Pere School District.
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