Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heritage Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Heritage Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heritage Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#654 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
20%
37%
Black
28%
21%
White
33%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Elementary School's ranking?
Heritage Elementary School is ranked #654 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Heritage Elementary School often compared to?
Heritage Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pride Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Heritage Elementary School?
526 students attend Heritage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Heritage Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage Elementary School?
Heritage Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heritage Elementary School offer ?
Heritage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage Elementary School part of?
Heritage Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Heritage Elementary School located?
Heritage Elementary School is located in the New Tampa neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in New Tampa.
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