Heritage Middle School
Heritage Middle School serves 919 students in grades 6-8.
Heritage Middle School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2017-18 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 42%) for the 2017-18 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 42%) for the 2017-18 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 60% (majority Black).
Top Placements
Heritage Middle School places among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
- Category Attribute
- Overall Rank Highest overall rank (Top 20%)
- Math Proficiency Highest math proficiency (Top 20%)
- Reading/Language Arts Proficiency Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%)
School Overview
Heritage Middle School's student population of 919 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
| Grades Offered | Grades 6-8 |
| Total Students | 919 students |
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| Total Classroom Teachers | 60 teachers |
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School Comparison
Heritage Middle School is ranked within the top 20% of all 2,188 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2017-18 school year.
The diversity score of Heritage Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
| Definition of Terms 2017-2018 School Year Data | This School | State Level (GA) |
Overall Testing Rank | #278 out of 2188 schools (Top 20%) | |
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient) | 66% | 42% |
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient) | 57% | 42% |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 15:1 | 15:1 |
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| American Indian | n/a | n/a |
| Asian | 1% | 4% |
| Hispanic | 3% | 15% |
| Black | 3% | 37% |
| White | 91% | 40% |
| Hawaiian | n/a | n/a |
| Two or more races | 2% | 4% |
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Diversity Score | 0.17 | 0.69 |
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| Eligible for Free Lunch | 25% | 56% |
| Eligible for Reduced Lunch | 9% | 5% |
| School Statewide Testing | View Education Department Test Scores | |
| School District Name | Catoosa County School District | |
Source: 2017-2018 (latest school year available) NCES, GA Dept. of Education
Nearby Public Schools
The nearest high school to Heritage Middle School is Heritage High School (0.0 miles away)
The nearest middle school is Ringgold Middle School (3.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Ringgold Elementary School (0.9 miles away)
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- School (Math and Reading Proficiency) Location Miles Grades Students
- Ringgold Heritage High School Math: 58% | Reading: 51%Rank:8/Top 30% Grades: 9-12 | 1,331 student10
0.0 miles
3960 Poplar Springs Rd
Ringgold, GA 30736
(706) 937-6464 0 9-12 1,331 - Ringgold Ringgold Elementary School Math: 45% | Reading: 43%Rank:7/Top 50% Grades: 3-5 | 472 students10
0.9 miles
322 Evitt Ln
Ringgold, GA 30736
(706) 935-2912 0.9 3-5 472 - Ringgold Ringgold Primary School Grades: PK-2 | 549 students
0.9 miles
340 Evitt Ln
Ringgold, GA 30736
(706) 937-5437 0.9 PK-2 549 - Ringgold Boynton Elementary School Math: 50% | Reading: 57%Rank:8/Top 30% Grades: PK-5 | 611 students10
1.6 miles
3938 Boynton Dr
Ringgold, GA 30736
(706) 866-1521 1.6 PK-5 611 - Ringgold Ringgold High School Math: 50% | Reading: 49%Rank:8/Top 30% Grades: 9-12 | 1,061 student10
3.0 miles
29 Tiger Trl
Ringgold, GA 30736
(706) 935-2254 3 9-12 1,061
School Reviews
| 5 Heritage Middle School is amazing! It opened just 5 years ago. The test scores of students in any ability are just through the roof. Our chorus travels to NYC every spring to preform at the Statue of Liberty as well as putting on a stunning spring musical annually. The band program is one of the best in the state with superior ratings and individual success, with 30+ students exceeding in District Honor Band, and many in All-State Band. With astounding spirit, the sports programs are amazing. Our teams always compete to the highest level, humbled by win or loss. We have several teams, including Competition/Football Cheer, Basketball Cheer, Football, Basketball, Dance Team, Golf, Tennis, Swim, Cross Country, Track, and several more. As for extracurricular activities, we have a wide range. There's endless clubs to join. Heritage Middle offers something for every student to show their talents and Heritage Pride in. The facilities are kept up to date and clean, making it an easy and modern learning space. Parent involvement is great. Especially in middle school, you would think parents don't show up. But at HMS, it's different. The boosters for sports and the band are always wanting the best for not only their own students, but every student. Our PTO is found working at almost all events, from dances to games. I would recommend this school to anybody looking for a nice town to lie in and great school for their children to live in. I feel very safe in HMS. - Posted by Student/Alumni - molli |
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