Serving 2,127 students in grades 9-12, Heritage High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas 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 Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Heritage High School's student population of 2,127 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 144 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
144 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heritage High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#573 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
38%
5%
Hispanic
11%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
30%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage High School's ranking?
Heritage High School is ranked #573 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Heritage High School often compared to?
Heritage High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial High 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 41% TX state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heritage High School?
The graduation rate of Heritage High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Heritage High School?
2,127 students attend Heritage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Heritage High School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage High School?
Heritage High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heritage High School offer ?
Heritage High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Heritage High School part of?
Heritage High School is part of Frisco Independent School District.
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