Serving 670 students in grades 6-12, Heritage Academy Laveen ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Academy Laveen ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Heritage Academy Laveen's student population of 670 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heritage Academy Laveen ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Academy Laveen is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#962 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
54%
48%
Black
10%
6%
White
27%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
77%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Academy Laveen's ranking?
Heritage Academy Laveen is ranked #962 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heritage Academy Laveen?
The graduation rate of Heritage Academy Laveen is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Heritage Academy Laveen?
670 students attend Heritage Academy Laveen.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Heritage Academy Laveen students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Heritage Academy Laveen offer ?
Heritage Academy Laveen offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage Academy Laveen part of?
Heritage Academy Laveen is part of Heritage Academy Laveen Inc. (92520) School District.
In what neighborhood is Heritage Academy Laveen located?
Heritage Academy Laveen is located in the Optimist Park NE neighborhood of Mesa, AZ.
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