Serving 567 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Heritage Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Heritage Elementary School's student population of 567 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
567 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Heritage Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1206 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Tustin Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Elementary School's ranking?
Heritage Elementary School is ranked #1206 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Heritage Elementary School often compared to?
Heritage Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tustin Memorial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Heritage Elementary School?
567 students attend Heritage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Heritage Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage Elementary School?
Heritage Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Heritage Elementary School offer ?
Heritage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Heritage Elementary School part of?
Heritage Elementary School is part of Tustin Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Heritage Elementary School located?
Heritage Elementary School is located in the Tustin Legacy neighborhood of Tustin, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Tustin Legacy.
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