Heritage High School is the primary high school in the Saginaw Township Community Schools district. Heritage is located on North Center Road in Saginaw Charter Township, Michigan and is recognized as an Advanced Placement school.
Serving 1,313 students in grades 9-12, Heritage High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heritage High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Saginaw, MI, covering approximately 24.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.1 miles and the furthest edge located 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heritage High School's student population of 1,313 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,313 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heritage High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1245 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
21%
18%
White
51%
63%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
81.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage High School's ranking?
Heritage High School is ranked #1245 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Heritage High School often compared to?
Heritage High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swan Valley High School, Saginaw Arts And Sciences Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heritage High School?
The graduation rate of Heritage High School is 89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Heritage High School?
1,313 students attend Heritage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Heritage High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage High School?
Heritage High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Heritage High School offer ?
Heritage High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage High School part of?
Heritage High School is part of Saginaw Township Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Heritage High School located?
Heritage High School is located in the Saginaw Township North neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Saginaw Township North.
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