Serving 1,175 students in grades 6-8, Heritage Intermediate 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 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heritage Intermediate serves the southeast part of Fontana, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 4 square miles. Most students live within a 1.4-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge reaching about 2.2 miles away, making for a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Heritage Intermediate's student population of 1,175 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,175 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heritage Intermediate 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 Intermediate is 0.68, 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
#2112 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Intermediate's ranking?
Heritage Intermediate is ranked #2112 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Heritage Intermediate often compared to?
Heritage Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Wayne Ruble Middle 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 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Heritage Intermediate?
1,175 students attend Heritage Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Heritage Intermediate students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage Intermediate?
Heritage Intermediate has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Heritage Intermediate offer ?
Heritage Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Heritage Intermediate part of?
Heritage Intermediate is part of Etiwanda Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Heritage Intermediate located?
Heritage Intermediate is located in the West End neighborhood of Fontana, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in West End.
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