Needs Improvement
#678 of 719 schools in ID
Heritage Community Charter
Elementary School · HERITAGE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL INC.
1803 EAST USTICK ROAD, Caldwell, ID 83605
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#678 of 719
In Caldwell
#22 of 26
public schools
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Heritage Community Charter
Elementary School in Caldwell · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Heritage Community Charter
Heritage Community Charter is a public elementary school in Caldwell, ID, part of HERITAGE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL INC. Heritage Community Charter serves approximately 491 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Community Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #678 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Heritage Community Charter show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- ID avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Heritage Community Charter runs 20.5:1 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.
Heritage Community Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Heritage Community Charter — Students at Heritage Community Charter score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 test records from ID 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: 3.7/10.
How Heritage Community Charter Compares
See how Heritage Community Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1803 EAST USTICK ROAD, Caldwell, ID 83605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Community Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CENTRAL CANYON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOSAICS PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAKEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Nampa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Caldwell, see our Caldwell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CALDWELL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Caldwell | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEMENTARY Caldwell | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caldwell | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| SYRINGA MIDDLE SCHOOL Caldwell | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Caldwell | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| VALLIVUE HIGH SCHOOL Caldwell | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| WILSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caldwell | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caldwell | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| CENTRAL CANYON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caldwell | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| VALLIVUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Caldwell | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| GEM STATE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Caldwell | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| SOUTHWEST IDAHO JUVENILE DETENTION Caldwell | 2.1 mi | — |
| CANYON SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Caldwell | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| ELEVATE ACADEMY Caldwell | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
| VAN BUREN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caldwell | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| VALLIVUE ACADEMY Caldwell | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| THOMAS JEFFERSON CHARTER Caldwell | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| LAKEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nampa | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| MOSAICS PUBLIC SCHOOL Caldwell | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| SUMMITVUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Caldwell | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,657
Median Home Value
$300,900
Median Rent
$973/mo
Population
41,155
College Educated
14.1%
Homeownership
67.2%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
31.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOMEDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Homedale, ID | 3.5 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Twin Falls, ID | 3.5 |
| HUBBARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kuna, ID | 3.6 |
| LEWIS & CLARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pocatello, ID | 3.6 |
| SACAJAWEA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Caldwell, ID | 3.4 |
| WENDELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wendell, ID | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Community Charter
What grades does Heritage Community Charter serve?
Heritage Community Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Heritage Community Charter?
Heritage Community Charter has an enrollment of approximately 491 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Community Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Community Charter is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heritage Community Charter rank in ID?
Heritage Community Charter ranks #678 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Heritage Community Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Community Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Community Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage Community Charter has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Heritage Community Charter a charter school?
Yes, Heritage Community Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Heritage Community Charter a Title I school?
No, Heritage Community Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heritage Community Charter?
62.1% of students at Heritage Community Charter 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 491
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Canyon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.3%
- Phone
- (208) 453-8070
Resources & Links
District
HERITAGE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL INC.- District Enrollment
- 491
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,485
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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