Serving 181 students in grades 9-12, Heritage Academy Of Del Rio ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Academy Of Del Rio ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Heritage Academy Of Del Rio's student population of 181 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
181 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heritage Academy Of Del Rio ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Academy Of Del Rio is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5520 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Academy Of Del Rio's ranking?
Heritage Academy Of Del Rio is ranked #5520 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heritage Academy Of Del Rio?
The graduation rate of Heritage Academy Of Del Rio is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Heritage Academy Of Del Rio?
181 students attend Heritage Academy Of Del Rio.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Heritage Academy Of Del Rio students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage Academy Of Del Rio?
Heritage Academy Of Del Rio has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heritage Academy Of Del Rio offer ?
Heritage Academy Of Del Rio offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Heritage Academy Of Del Rio part of?
Heritage Academy Of Del Rio is part of Heritage Academy School District.
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