Very Good
#1405 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 37% in state
Heritage Elementary School
Elementary School · PALM BEACH
5100 MELALEUCA LN, Greenacres, FL 33463
Enrollment
798
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
798
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,405 of 3,778
In Greenacres
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#115 of 221
PALM BEACH
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Heritage Elementary School
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About Heritage Elementary School
Heritage Elementary School is a public elementary school in Greenacres, FL, part of PALM BEACH. Heritage Elementary School serves approximately 798 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,405 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Heritage Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Heritage Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Heritage Elementary School — Students at Heritage Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL 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: 6.3/10.
How Heritage Elementary School Compares
See how Heritage Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5100 MELALEUCA LN, Greenacres, FL 33463
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREENACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT CENTRAL PALM (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Lake Worth), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SUNCOAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Lake Worth), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Greenacres, see our Greenacres schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33463 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,697
Median Home Value
$326,600
Median Rent
$1,721/mo
Population
64,916
College Educated
24.7%
Homeownership
71.8%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
37.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Elementary School
What grades does Heritage Elementary School serve?
Heritage Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Heritage Elementary School?
Heritage Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 798 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary School is 13.5:1. 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 FL?
Heritage Elementary School ranks #1,405 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Heritage Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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?
70.4% 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 798
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (561) 804-3200
Resources & Links
District
PALM BEACH- District Enrollment
- 189,777
- Schools in District
- 235
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,897
- District Rank
- #115 of 221
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