Serving 563 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Heritage ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Heritage serves the entire district of Phelan, CA, encompassing an approximate area of 217.3 square miles. The school is typically a 15-20 minute drive from most parts of the zone, which extends up to 20.6 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heritage's student population of 563 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
563 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heritage 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 is 0.65, 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
#1936 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage's ranking?
Heritage is ranked #1936 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Heritage often compared to?
Heritageis often viewed alongside schools like Pinon Mesa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Heritage?
563 students attend Heritage.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Heritage students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage?
Heritage has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Heritage offer ?
Heritage offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Heritage part of?
Heritage is part of Snowline Joint Unified School District.
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