Serving 270 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Heritage Jh And Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Heritage JH and Elem School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Homer, IL, covering approximately 134.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heritage Jh And Elementary School's student population of 270 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
270 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heritage Jh And Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Jh And Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1140 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
1%
16%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
87%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Jh And Elementary School's ranking?
Heritage Jh And Elementary School is ranked #1140 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Heritage Jh And Elementary School often compared to?
Heritage Jh And Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairieview-ogden South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Heritage Jh And Elementary School?
270 students attend Heritage Jh And Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Heritage Jh And Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage Jh And Elementary School?
Heritage Jh And Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Heritage Jh And Elementary School offer ?
Heritage Jh And Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Heritage Jh And Elementary School part of?
Heritage Jh And Elementary School is part of Heritage CUSD 8 School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I would not recommend this school . More homework than necessary, due to poor curriculum structure , forces students to read thru punishment rather than incentives encouragement and rewards...too much to list
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