Serving 631 students in grades 4-5, Heritage School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heritage School's student population of 631 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Heritage School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#149 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
79%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage School's ranking?
Heritage School is ranked #149 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Heritage School often compared to?
Heritage Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Uriah H Lawton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Heritage School?
631 students attend Heritage School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Heritage School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage School?
Heritage School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heritage School offer ?
Heritage School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage School part of?
Heritage School is part of Saline Area Schools School District.
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