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#4004 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 42% in state
Heroes Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Ana Unified
1111 Civic Center Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92703
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,004 of 9,539
In Santa Ana
#16 of 73
public schools
In district
#7 of 51
Santa Ana Unified
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Heroes Elementary
Heroes Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Ana, CA, part of Santa Ana Unified. Heroes Elementary serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Heroes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #4,004 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Heroes Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Heroes Elementary runs 21.6:1 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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Heroes Elementary — Students at Heroes Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 6.5/10.
How Heroes Elementary Compares
See how Heroes 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
1111 Civic Center Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heroes Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fremont Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is George Washington Carver Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Orange County Educational Arts Academy (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Santa Ana, see our Santa Ana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wilson Elementary Santa Ana | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| George Washington Carver Elementary Santa Ana | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| LOVE 2 LEARN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | — |
| Scholarship Prep - Orange County Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| STORYBOOK PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | — |
| Middle College High Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| STORYBOOK PRESCHOOL Santa Ana | 0.5 mi | — |
| Nova Academy Early College High Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Willard Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Santa Ana High Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Gonzalo Felicitas Mendez Fundamental Intermediate Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| El Sol Santa Ana Science and Arts Academy Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Martin R. Heninger Elementary Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Orange County Educational Arts Academy Santa Ana | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| OCSA Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Lowell Elementary Santa Ana | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Pio Pico Elementary Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Santiago Elementary Santa Ana | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Fremont Elementary Santa Ana | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary Santa Ana | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,817
Median Home Value
$585,900
Median Rent
$1,922/mo
Population
62,223
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
34.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heroes Elementary
What grades does Heroes Elementary serve?
Heroes Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Heroes Elementary?
Heroes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heroes Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Heroes Elementary is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heroes Elementary rank in CA?
Heroes Elementary ranks #4,004 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Heroes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Heroes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Heroes Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heroes Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Heroes Elementary a charter school?
No, Heroes Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heroes Elementary a Title I school?
No, Heroes Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heroes Elementary?
86.3% of students at Heroes 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
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.5%
- Phone
- (714) 558-5501
Resources & Links
District
Santa Ana Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,031
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,309
- District Rank
- #7 of 51
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