Serving 1,328 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Heritage K-8 Charter 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 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage K-8 Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Heritage K-8 Charter's student population of 1,328 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heritage K-8 Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage K-8 Charter is 0.67, 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
#1689 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
44%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
36%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage K-8 Charter's ranking?
Heritage K-8 Charter is ranked #1689 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Heritage K-8 Charter often compared to?
Heritage K-8 Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Classical Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Heritage K-8 Charter?
1,328 students attend Heritage K-8 Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Heritage K-8 Charter students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage K-8 Charter?
Heritage K-8 Charter has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Heritage K-8 Charter offer ?
Heritage K-8 Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Heritage K-8 Charter part of?
Heritage K-8 Charter is part of Heritage K-8 Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Heritage K-8 Charter located?
Heritage K-8 Charter is located in the Midway neighborhood of Escondido, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Midway.
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