Excellent
#893 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Heritage Elementary
Elementary School · Tustin Unified
15400 Lansdowne Rd., Tustin, CA 92782
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#893 of 9,539
In Tustin
#1 of 26
public schools
In district
#1 of 28
Tustin Unified
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Heritage Elementary
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About Heritage Elementary
Heritage Elementary is a public elementary school in Tustin, CA, part of Tustin Unified. Heritage Elementary serves approximately 528 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #893 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Heritage Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Heritage Elementary runs 26.4:1 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 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Heritage Elementary Compares
See how Heritage Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
15400 Lansdowne Rd., Tustin, CA 92782
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST CECILIA SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Sycamore Magnet Academy (rated 4.5/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tustin, see our Tustin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Port View Preparatory - TUSTIN Tustin | 0.3 mi | — |
| Sycamore Magnet Academy Tustin | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| ST CECILIA SCHOOL Tustin | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| KOGUMA YOUCHIEN Tustin | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Legacy Magnet Academy Tustin | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY OF TUSTIN Tustin | 1.0 mi | — |
| Benjamin F. Beswick Elementary Tustin | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| W. R. Nelson Elementary Tustin | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| MILESTONES MONTESSORI OF IRVINE Irvine | 1.3 mi | — |
| Milestones Montessori Of Irvine Irvine | 1.3 mi | — |
| College and Career Preparatory Academy Costa Mesa | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| RICCA CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | — |
| SOUTH COAST METRO CHILDREN'S VILLAGE Santa Ana | 1.3 mi | — |
| Tustin High Tustin | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Robert Heideman Elementary Tustin | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Century High Santa Ana | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| RED HILL MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Tustin | 1.6 mi | — |
| Tustin Connect Tustin | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| OCCS:CHEP/PCHS Tustin | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac School Tustin | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92782 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,433
Median Home Value
$1,028,900
Median Rent
$2,778/mo
Population
29,947
College Educated
65.9%
Homeownership
61.9%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
39.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Elementary
What grades does Heritage Elementary serve?
Heritage Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Heritage Elementary?
Heritage Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 528 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary is 26.4:1. 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 #893 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Heritage Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
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?
28.4% 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 528
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.2%
- Phone
- (714) 430-2066
Resources & Links
District
Tustin Unified- District Enrollment
- 21,600
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,477
- District Rank
- #1 of 28
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