Heritage High School is one of three public secondary schools in Rockdale County in Conyers, Georgia, United States, under the Rockdale County School District. Heritage High School is home of the Patriots. It has twice been named a School of Excellence.
Serving 1,803 students in grades 9-12, Heritage High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,803 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Heritage High School's student population of 1,803 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,803 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
1976
Colors
Blue, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heritage High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage High School is 0.54, 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
#1505 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
25%
19%
Black
63%
36%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage High School's ranking?
Heritage High School is ranked #1505 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Heritage High School often compared to?
Heritage High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockdale County High School, Salem High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heritage High School?
The graduation rate of Heritage High School is 84%, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Heritage High School?
1,803 students attend Heritage High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Heritage High School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage High School?
Heritage High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heritage High School offer ?
Heritage High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage High School part of?
Heritage High School is part of Rockdale County School District.
School Reviews
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