Serving 1,045 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Heron ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,045 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heron ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Heron's student population of 1,045 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,045 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heron ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heron is 0.80, 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
#2363 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heron's ranking?
Heron is ranked #2363 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Heron often compared to?
Heronis often viewed alongside schools like Natomas Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Heron?
1,045 students attend Heron.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Heron students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heron?
Heron has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Heron offer ?
Heron offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Heron part of?
Heron is part of Natomas Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Heron located?
Heron is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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