Serving 1,042 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heron Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,042 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heron Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heron Heights Elementary School's student population of 1,042 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,042 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heron Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heron Heights Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#123 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
20%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
61%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heron Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Heron Heights Elementary School is ranked #123 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Heron Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Heron Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Trails Elementary School, Riverglades Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Heron Heights Elementary School?
1,042 students attend Heron Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Heron Heights Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heron Heights Elementary School?
Heron Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heron Heights Elementary School offer ?
Heron Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Heron Heights Elementary School part of?
Heron Heights Elementary School is part of Broward School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed
December 27, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed
December 30, 2024 (Monday)
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