Serving 1,084 students in grades 6-8, Heritage Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,084 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Heritage Middle School's student population of 1,084 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,084 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heritage Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Middle School is 0.48, 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
#241 out of 2568 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
14%
25%
White
70%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Middle School's ranking?
Heritage Middle School is ranked #241 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Heritage Middle School often compared to?
Heritage Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wake Forest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Heritage Middle School?
1,084 students attend Heritage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Heritage Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage Middle School?
Heritage Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heritage Middle School offer ?
Heritage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Heritage Middle School part of?
Heritage Middle School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 11/4/2007
HMS is one of the best middle schools in the wake county school district. They have more than enough supplies, and great teachers. It is a good school and I reccomend the school.
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