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#375 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 12% in state

Heritage School

Elementary School · Saline Area Schools

290 WOODLAND DR, Saline, MI 48176

Enrollment

631

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

8.0

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#375 of 3,192

In Saline

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Saline Area Schools

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Heritage School

8.0/10

Elementary School in Saline · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Woodland Meadows Elementary School

7.0/10

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About Heritage School

Heritage School is a public elementary school in Saline, MI, part of Saline Area Schools. Heritage School serves approximately 631 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #375 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Heritage School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.8
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+26.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.7 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,542
Chronic Absenteeism13.2%

Heritage School — Students at Heritage School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
34.0% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 74.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.7% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 32 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
94%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
69%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
63.9%
ELA
71.5%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Heritage School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
88th percentile in MI
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

Location

290 WOODLAND DR, Saline, MI 48176

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clifford E Bryant Comm School (rated 8.6/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Ann Arbor), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Honey Creek Community School (rated 8.5/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Ann Arbor), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Harvest Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Saline, see our Saline schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Woodland Meadows Elementary School Saline 0.1 mi 7.0
Saline Alternative High School Saline 0.2 mi
Saline Middle School Saline 0.4 mi 8.2
NORTHSTAR MONTESSORI Saline 0.6 mi
Young Adult Program Saline 1.0 mi
Pleasant Ridge Elementary School Saline 1.3 mi 7.7
Saline High School Saline 1.8 mi 8.3
Harvest Elementary School Saline 2.0 mi 8.4
WASHTENAW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saline 2.2 mi 6.3
ANN ARBOR ACADEMY Ann Arbor 3.8 mi 8.1
Progress Park Ann Arbor 4.2 mi
Uriah H Lawton School Ann Arbor 5.0 mi 8.4
Honey Creek Community School Ann Arbor 5.5 mi 8.5
High Point School Ann Arbor 5.5 mi 7.7
Young Adult Programs Ann Arbor 5.5 mi
LocalBased SpecEd Programs Ann Arbor 5.5 mi
Washtenaw Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program Ann Arbor 5.5 mi
Dicken Elementary School Ann Arbor 5.6 mi 8.0
HEBREW DAY SCHOOL OF ANN ARBOR Ann Arbor 5.0 mi 5.9
Clifford E Bryant Comm School Ann Arbor 4.9 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48176 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,987

Median Home Value

$384,700

Median Rent

$1,161/mo

Population

23,325

College Educated

58.4%

Homeownership

84.2%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

44.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heritage School

What grades does Heritage School serve?

Heritage School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Heritage School?

Heritage School has an enrollment of approximately 631 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage School?

The student-teacher ratio at Heritage School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Heritage School rank in MI?

Heritage School ranks #375 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Heritage School's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Heritage School a charter school?

No, Heritage School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Heritage School a Title I school?

No, Heritage School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heritage School?

15.1% of students at Heritage 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Washtenaw County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

District

Saline Area Schools
District Enrollment
4,765
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,542
District Rank
#4 of 6

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