Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Heritage Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Heritage Elementary School's student population of 493 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heritage Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 201 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#28 out of 201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
11%
31%
White
66%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Elementary School's ranking?
Heritage Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% DE state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Heritage Elementary School?
493 students attend Heritage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Heritage Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage Elementary School?
Heritage Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heritage Elementary School offer ?
Heritage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage Elementary School part of?
Heritage Elementary School is part of Red Clay Consolidated School District.
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