Below Average
#7402 of 9,539 schools in CA
Heritage Elementary
Elementary School · Garden Grove Unified
426 South Andres Pl., Santa Ana, CA 92704
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,402 of 9,539
In Santa Ana
#51 of 73
public schools
In district
#63 of 64
Garden Grove Unified
Equity
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Heritage Elementary
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About Heritage Elementary
Heritage Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Ana, CA, part of Garden Grove Unified. Heritage Elementary serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,402 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Heritage Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 7.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Heritage Elementary runs 24.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
31% of students at Heritage Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Heritage Elementary — Students at Heritage Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.
How Heritage Elementary Compares
See how Heritage Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
426 South Andres Pl., Santa Ana, CA 92704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas Paine Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), which scores notably higher. Another option is R. F. Hazard Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morningside Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stephen R. Fitz Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| BETHEL BAPTIST SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| ARI GUIRAGOS MINASSIAN ARMENIAN SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| St. Barbara Elementary Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST BARBARA SCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Newhope Elementary Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Rosita Elementary Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| R. F. Hazard Elementary Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| SANTA CLARA DAY NURSERY Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | — |
| James Monroe Elementary Fountain Valley | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Edward Russell Elementary Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Thomas Paine Elementary Garden Grove | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| James Irvine Intermediate Garden Grove | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| La Quinta High Westminster | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Post Elementary Westminster | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Susan B. Anthony Elementary Westminster | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Los Amigos High Fountain Valley | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Morningside Elementary Garden Grove | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Woodbury Elementary Garden Grove | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| American Elite Education Westminster | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,249
Median Home Value
$641,600
Median Rent
$2,147/mo
Population
80,408
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
50.2%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
35.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.9 |
| Albert F. Biella Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 4.9 |
| Alturas Elementary Alturas, CA | 4.9 |
| Anatola Avenue Elementary Lake Balboa, CA | 4.9 |
| Anderson Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 4.9 |
| Andrew Jackson Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Elementary
What grades does Heritage Elementary serve?
Heritage Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Heritage Elementary?
Heritage Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary is 24.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heritage Elementary rank in CA?
Heritage Elementary ranks #7,402 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Heritage Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Heritage Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Heritage Elementary a charter school?
No, Heritage Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heritage Elementary a Title I school?
No, Heritage Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heritage Elementary?
94.3% of students at Heritage Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (714) 663-6108
Resources & Links
District
Garden Grove Unified- District Enrollment
- 37,763
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,026
- District Rank
- #63 of 64
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