Serving 1,039 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heritage Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,039 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heritage Intermediate serves the northwest part of Wentzville, MO, encompassing an area of approximately 25 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area and a maximum distance of 7.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heritage Elementary School's student population of 1,039 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 76% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,039 students
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
School Rankings
Heritage Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1147 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
16%
15%
White
63%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Elementary School's ranking?
Heritage Elementary School is ranked #1147 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Heritage Elementary School?
1,039 students attend Heritage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Heritage Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage Elementary School?
Heritage Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Heritage Elementary School offer ?
Heritage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage Elementary School part of?
Heritage Elementary School is part of Wentzville R-IV School District.
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