Excellent
#449 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 17% in state
Heritage Elementary
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
3500 Rogers Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
606
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#449 of 2,648
In Wake Forest
#6 of 14
public schools
In district
#54 of 194
Wake County Schools
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Heritage Elementary
Elementary School in Wake Forest · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Heritage Middle
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Heritage High
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About Heritage Elementary
Heritage Elementary is a public elementary school in Wake Forest, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Heritage Elementary serves approximately 606 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #449 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Heritage Elementary show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Heritage Elementary — Students at Heritage Elementary score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.6/10.
How Heritage Elementary Compares
See how Heritage Elementary 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
3500 Rogers Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Envision Science Academy (rated 9.1/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jones Dairy Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Endeavor Charter School (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wake Forest, see our Wake Forest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage Middle Wake Forest | 0.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Heritage High Wake Forest | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Wake Forest Middle School Wake Forest | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Wake Forest Charter Academy Wake Forest | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Franklin Academy Wake Forest | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Wake Forest Elementary Wake Forest | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wake Forest | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School Wake Forest | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Forest Pines Drive Elementary Raleigh | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| North Forest Pines Elementary Raleigh | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Wake Forest High School Wake Forest | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Endeavor Charter School Wake Forest | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Jones Dairy Elementary Wake Forest | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| North Wake College and Career Academy Wake Forest | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Rolesville Middle Rolesville | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Envision Science Academy Wake Forest | 3.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Rolesville Charter Academy Rolesville | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT SPRUCE TREE Raleigh | 2.8 mi | — |
| THALES ACADEMY Rolesville | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Sanford Creek Elementary Rolesville | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27587 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,607
Median Home Value
$452,400
Median Rent
$1,415/mo
Population
81,902
College Educated
56.4%
Homeownership
81.1%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ayden Elementary Ayden, NC | 8.0 |
| Beaufort Elementary Beaufort, NC | 8.0 |
| Belville Elementary Leland, NC | 8.0 |
| Charles H. Parker Academic Center Charlotte, NC | 8.0 |
| Dixon Road Elementary Willow Spring, NC | 8.0 |
| Don D Steed Elementary Raeford, NC | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Elementary
What grades does Heritage Elementary serve?
Heritage Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Heritage Elementary?
Heritage Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 606 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary 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 rank in NC?
Heritage Elementary ranks #449 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Heritage Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Elementary 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage Elementary has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Heritage Elementary a charter school?
No, Heritage Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heritage Elementary a Title I school?
No, Heritage Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heritage Elementary?
32.5% of students at Heritage Elementary 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 606
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.3%
- Phone
- (919) 562-6000
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #54 of 194
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