Serving 118 students in grades 9-12, Heritage High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 56%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 59%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MN)
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Heritage High School's student population of 118 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Heritage High School is 0.08, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤5%
56%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
96%
12%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 56% MN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heritage High School?
The graduation rate of Heritage High School is 80%, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 84%.
How many students attend Heritage High School?
118 students attend Heritage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Heritage High School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage High School?
Heritage High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heritage High School offer ?
Heritage High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Heritage High School part of?
Heritage High School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Heritage High School located?
Heritage High School is located in the Powderhorn Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 7 other public schools located in Powderhorn Park.
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