Excellent
#74 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 4% in state
Heritage Elementary School
Elementary School · Douglas County School District No. Re 1
3350 SUMMIT VIEW PARKWAY, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#74 of 1,815
In Highlands Ranch
#3 of 26
public schools
In district
#5 of 88
Douglas County School District No. Re 1
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Heritage Elementary School
Elementary School in Highlands Ranch · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Heritage Elementary School
Heritage Elementary School is a public elementary school in Highlands Ranch, CO, part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1. Heritage Elementary School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio.
Heritage Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #74 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Heritage Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- CO avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Heritage Elementary School — Students at Heritage Elementary School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from CO 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: 8.8/10.
How Heritage Elementary School Compares
See how Heritage Elementary School 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
3350 SUMMIT VIEW PARKWAY, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Redstone Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Wildcat Mountain Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Littleton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Summit View Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Highlands Ranch, see our Highlands Ranch schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Summit View Elementary School Highlands Ranch | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| VALOR CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Highlands Ranch | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Copper Mesa Elementary School Highlands Ranch | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Mountain Ridge Middle School Highlands Ranch | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Arrowwood Elementary School Highlands Ranch | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Mountain Vista High School Highlands Ranch | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Highlands Ranch High School Highlands Ranch | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Platte River Charter Academy Highlands Ranch | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Cougar Run Elementary School Highlands Ranch | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Cresthill Middle School Highlands Ranch | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| ST KATHARINE DREXEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Littleton | 1.6 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT SHADOW CANYON Littleton | 2.0 mi | — |
| Redstone Elementary School Highlands Ranch | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Rock Canyon High School Highlands Ranch | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Rocky Heights Middle School Littleton | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Bear Canyon Elementary School Highlands Ranch | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Sand Creek Elementary School Highlands Ranch | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| ARMA DEI ACADEMY Highlands Ranch | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| MILE HIGH ACADEMY Highlands Ranch | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Wildcat Mountain Elementary School Littleton | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$166,501
Median Home Value
$713,500
Median Rent
$2,379/mo
Population
44,482
College Educated
69.5%
Homeownership
83.9%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
2%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carson Elementary School Denver, CO | 8.9 |
| Cottonwood Creek Elementary School Englewood, CO | 8.9 |
| Devinny Elementary School Lakewood, CO | 8.9 |
| Erie Elementary School Erie, CO | 8.9 |
| Homestead Elementary School Centennial, CO | 8.9 |
| Lyons Elementary School Lyons, CO | 8.9 |
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 6th.
How many students attend Heritage Elementary School?
Heritage Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary School is 15.1:1. 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 ranks #74 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Heritage Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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?
12.7% 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Douglas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.5%
- Phone
- (303) 387-6725
Resources & Links
District
Douglas County School District No. Re 1- District Enrollment
- 61,409
- Schools in District
- 89
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,942
- District Rank
- #5 of 88
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