Serving 1,318 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 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (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 1,318 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Education is our business
School Rankings
Heritage K-8 Charter ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage K-8 Charter is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1646 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage K-8 Charter's ranking?
Heritage K-8 Charter is ranked #1646 out of 9,523 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
1,318 students attend Heritage K-8 Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Heritage K-8 Charter students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 4% 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 higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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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