Needs Improvement
#8807 of 9,539 schools in CA
Heritage Elementary
Elementary School · Tulare City
895 West Gail Ave., Tulare, CA 93274
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
625
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,807 of 9,539
In Tulare
#23 of 28
public schools
In district
#11 of 16
Tulare City
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Heritage Elementary
Elementary School in Tulare · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Heritage Elementary
Heritage Elementary is a public elementary school in Tulare, CA, part of Tulare City. Heritage Elementary serves approximately 625 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #8,807 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Heritage Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Heritage Elementary runs 25:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Heritage Elementary — Students at Heritage Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.0/10.
How Heritage Elementary Compares
See how Heritage Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
895 West Gail Ave., Tulare, CA 93274
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Liberty Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pleasant Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Garden Elementary (rated 4.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tulare, see our Tulare schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Los Tules Middle Tulare | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Tulare Western High Tulare | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Maple Elementary Tulare | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Pleasant Elementary Tulare | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Sierra Vista Charter High Tulare | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Garden Elementary Tulare | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Cherry Avenue Middle Tulare | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Tulare | 1.9 mi | 2.8 |
| Mulcahy Middle Tulare | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Tulare Union High Tulare | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Tulare Technical Preparatory High Tulare | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Countryside Community Day Tulare | 2.3 mi | — |
| Wilson Elementary Tulare | 2.0 mi | 2.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary Tulare | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Tulare City Community Day Tulare | 2.5 mi | — |
| Tulare Support Tulare | 2.5 mi | — |
| Mission Valley Elementary Tulare | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Live Oak Middle Tulare | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Liberty Elementary Tulare | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Frank Kohn Elementary Tulare | 2.8 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93274 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,905
Median Home Value
$300,900
Median Rent
$1,334/mo
Population
79,154
College Educated
10.9%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
29.7
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| Anna M. Glazier Elementary Norwalk, CA | 3.8 |
| April Lane Elementary Yuba City, CA | 3.8 |
| Art Haycox Elementary Oxnard, CA | 3.8 |
| Barton Elementary San Bernardino, CA | 3.8 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Oakland, CA | 3.8 |
| Bradley Elementary Watsonville, CA | 3.8 |
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 625 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary is 25:1. 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 #8,807 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Heritage Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% 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?
81.0% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 625
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Tulare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.0%
- Phone
- (559) 685-7360
Resources & Links
District
Tulare City- District Enrollment
- 9,253
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,580
- District Rank
- #11 of 16
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