Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Heritage School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Heritage School's student population of 478 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Heritage School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#912 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
53%
49%
Black
7%
6%
White
28%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Peoria Unified School District (4237)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage School's ranking?
Heritage School is ranked #912 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Heritage School often compared to?
Heritage Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glendale American School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Heritage School?
478 students attend Heritage School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Heritage School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage School?
Heritage School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heritage School offer ?
Heritage School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage School part of?
Heritage School is part of Peoria Unified School District (4237).
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