Serving 1,625 students in grades 9-12, Heritage High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heritage High School's student population of 1,625 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heritage High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage High School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1633 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
35%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
45%
49%
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage High School's ranking?
Heritage High School is ranked #1633 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heritage High School?
The graduation rate of Heritage High School is 88%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Heritage High School?
1,625 students attend Heritage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Heritage High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 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 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Heritage High School offer ?
Heritage High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage High School part of?
Heritage High School is part of Evergreen School District (Clark).
In what neighborhood is Heritage High School located?
Heritage High School is located in the North Sifton Orchards Area neighborhood of Vancouver, WA.
School Reviews
5 12/6/2007
The preesntation made by the Heritage High School Women's choir last week to Glenwood Place residents and staff was one of the best we have seen in the past two years. Mr. Karn and the young ladies were superlative! A music program like this is to be commended.(former tescher)
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