Very Good
#323 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 18% in state
Heritage Elementary School
Elementary School · Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah
6867 EAST HERITAGE PLACE SOUTH, Centennial, CO 80111
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Centennial
#9 of 24
public schools
Colorado elementary schools
#254 of 1,006
In district
#19 of 70
Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah
Equity
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Heritage Elementary School
Heritage Elementary School serves 326 students in prekindergarten through fifth grade in Centennial, Colorado. This regular public school has earned recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools, ranking 22nd out of 1,831 Colorado schools and placing in the 99th percentile statewide. With a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and an impressive academic score of 9.4, Heritage Elementary demonstrates strong educational outcomes for its students.
The school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 14.8 to 1 with 22 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. In mathematics, 62% of students across all grade levels perform at proficient or above levels, reflecting solid academic achievement. Heritage Elementary benefits from serving a well-educated community where 74% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the median household income reaches $131,837.
The surrounding 80111 ZIP code area features a median home value of $845,100 and maintains a low poverty rate of just 4.6% among its 32,116 residents. Heritage Elementary School is situated in Centennial, a mid-size city in Arapahoe County that provides families with a stable, affluent suburban environment supportive of educational excellence.
Score Breakdown
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Heritage Elementary School — Students at Heritage Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 13 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.7/10.
How Heritage Elementary School Compares
See how Heritage Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 72% (2019) to 71.01% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 62% (2019) to 62.69% (2025).
Location
6867 EAST HERITAGE PLACE SOUTH, Centennial, CO 80111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dry Creek Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Englewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cherry Creek Charter Academy (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Greenwood Village), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ford Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Centennial, see our Centennial schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILLOWS-OLDE MILL Centennial | 0.5 mi | — |
| Homestead Elementary School Centennial | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Walnut Hills Community Elementary School Centennial | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Dry Creek Elementary School Englewood | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Lois Lenski Elementary School Centennial | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Greenwood Elementary School Greenwood Village | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| FUSION ACADEMY DENVER Greenwood Village | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| ST THOMAS MORE PARISH SCHOOL Centennial | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Ford Elementary Centennial | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| West Middle School Greenwood Village | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Newton Middle School Centennial | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| ANASTASIS ACADEMY Centennial | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Willow Creek Elementary School Centennial | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Skyview Academy Highlands Ranch | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Cherry Creek Charter Academy Greenwood Village | 1.9 mi | 9.2 |
| CREME DE LA CREME COLORADO Lone Tree | 2.6 mi | — |
| High Plains Elementary School Greenwood Village | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| VILLAGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Greenwood Village | 2.5 mi | — |
| Acres Green Elementary School Littleton | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Cherry Creek High School Greenwood Village | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,292
Median Home Value
$890,500
Median Rent
$2,063/mo
Population
31,817
College Educated
74.6%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
42.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Heritage Elementary School has a median household income of $132,292. It is a well-educated community where 75% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $890,500, with a median rent of $2,063/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Appleton Elementary School Grand Junction, CO | 7.8 |
| Bennett Elementary School Fort Collins, CO | 7.8 |
| Bristol Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 7.8 |
| Byers Elementary School Byers, CO | 7.8 |
| Castle Rock Elementary School Castle Rock, CO | 7.8 |
| Clara Brown Entrepreneurial Academy Aurora, CO | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Elementary School
What grades does Heritage Elementary School serve?
Heritage Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Heritage Elementary School?
Heritage Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heritage Elementary School rank in CO?
Heritage Elementary School is ranked #323 out of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Heritage Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Elementary School has a composite rating of 7.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Heritage Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Heritage Elementary School has 67.0% math proficiency and 64.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Heritage Elementary School a charter school?
No, Heritage Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heritage Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Heritage Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heritage Elementary School?
24.2% of students at Heritage Elementary School 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 326
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Arapahoe County
- Phone
- (720) 554-3500
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah- District Enrollment
- 51,808
- Schools in District
- 70
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,158
- District Rank
- #19 of 70
How We Rate Schools
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