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Heritage Elementary School

Elementary School · Fulton County

2600 Jolly Rd, Atlanta, GA 30349

Enrollment

444

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#1,654 of 2,268

In Atlanta

#100 of 136

public schools

In district

#89 of 104

Fulton County

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Heritage Elementary School

5.1/10

Elementary School in Atlanta · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.1/10

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About Heritage Elementary School

Heritage Elementary School is a public elementary school in Atlanta, GA, part of Fulton County. Heritage Elementary School serves approximately 444 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,654 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Heritage Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • GA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

54% 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12.7% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-17.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-29.1 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,183
Chronic Absenteeism53.8%

Heritage Elementary School — Students at Heritage Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 35.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 39.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
56%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
13%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
21%
2024
Math
25%
ELA
12.7%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Heritage Elementary School Compares

See how Heritage Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
27th percentile in GA
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
53.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2600 Jolly Rd, Atlanta, GA 30349

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. College Park Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby College Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Main Street Charter Academy (rated 6.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby College Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Oliver Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Riverdale), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Atlanta, see our Atlanta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Skyview High School College Park 0.4 mi 3.1
Bethune Elementary School College Park 1.3 mi 4.5
McNair Middle School College Park 1.3 mi 3.6
THE EJ WRIGHT SCHOOL FOR SUCCESS College Park 1.6 mi 5.0
METROPOLITAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Atlanta 1.5 mi
Northcutt Elementary School College Park 1.6 mi 4.6
North Clayton Middle School College Park 1.6 mi 3.7
Georgia Cyber Academy (Virtual) Atlanta 1.6 mi 5.2
Hapeville Charter Career Academy Atlanta 1.9 mi 6.2
Main Street Charter Academy College Park 2.1 mi 6.1
North Clayton High School College Park 2.0 mi 3.5
Nolan Elementary School College Park 2.7 mi 5.5
Brookview Elementary School East Point 2.7 mi 5.0
Feldwood Elementary School College Park 2.5 mi 4.7
Oliver Elementary School Riverdale 2.8 mi 5.8
West Clayton Elementary School College Park 2.5 mi 3.1
Wellspring Living Atlanta 2.5 mi
S. L. Lewis Elementary School College Park 3.0 mi 5.1
College Park Elementary College Park 3.2 mi 6.8
BRIDGE ACADEMY College Park 3.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30349 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,732

Median Home Value

$236,800

Median Rent

$1,323/mo

Population

78,597

College Educated

31.7%

Homeownership

58.3%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

33.3

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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 Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Heritage Elementary School?

Heritage Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 444 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary School is 13.1:1. 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 GA?

Heritage Elementary School ranks #1,654 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Heritage Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% 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?

100.0% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fulton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
53.8%

District

Fulton County
District Enrollment
88,043
Schools in District
106
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,183
District Rank
#89 of 104

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