Serving 2,566 students in grades 9-12, Heritage High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Heritage High serves the southwest part of Brentwood, CA, covering an area of approximately 63.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 10.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Heritage High School's student population of 2,566 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,566 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heritage High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage High School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1917 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage High School's ranking?
Heritage High School is ranked #1917 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Heritage High School often compared to?
Heritage High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heritage High School?
The graduation rate of Heritage High School is 97%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Heritage High School?
2,566 students attend Heritage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Heritage High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage High School?
Heritage High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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 Liberty Union High School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Very disappointing school. The classes last 90 minutes, but the teachers only covered the amount of work that a typical 45-50 min. class covers, with a lot of empty time. Teachers are sub-par level with very little encouragement for students. Homework, like schoolwork, is minimal compared to other state school districts. Focus for students and teachers seems to be socializing and fashion, rather than academia. Facilities are very modern, but with no buses and no designated drop-off/pick-up zones, even the administration acknowledges it is a nightmare for everyone to get to and from school.
5 10/10/2025
Heritage High School has provided my daughter with an excellent, rigorous education. She is currently taking challenging AP classes and finds several of her teachers to be helpful. Every time I have been in contact with the school, I have had a positive experience with a general feeling that staff care for their students. I can't speak to the experiences of the other reviewer, but there is a designated pick up and drop off. What complicates traffic is that Adams Middle School is also on this road, both having only one road to access the schools. There is a bus stop for picking up and dropping off students. This school offers a much better, more diverse educational experience than most of the schools in our past district and we are very happy with it.
4 10/10/2025
I think that this school has been a wonderful school and the teachers don't only cover 45-50 minutes. This is my favorite school so far and everybody there is so supportive to everyone. This school is really funthey give you everything that you need. I graduate in class of 2020 and i'm proud to graduate as a patriot.
5 10/10/2025
Heritage is a great school that offers great opportunities to those who want them. The staff is excellent and very caring about their students and curriculum. The counselors are also very supportive and want the students to have the best experience and be ready for college. Counselors work with parents to make sure the student is supported on both sides (Mr. Campos is my child's counselor and we are very happy with him). I believe children are successful when parents and teachers work together to enhance the educational experience of the student. My children are very happy to be attending Heritage High.
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