Very Good
#573 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 22% in state
Heritage High
High School · Wake County Schools
1150 Forestville Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Enrollment
1,817
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,817
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#573 of 2,648
In Wake Forest
#8 of 14
public schools
In district
#69 of 194
Wake County Schools
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Heritage High
High School in Wake Forest · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Heritage Elementary
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Heritage Middle
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About Heritage High
Heritage High is a public high school in Wake Forest, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Heritage High serves approximately 1,817 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #573 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Heritage High show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Heritage High — Students at Heritage High score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 26 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: 9.1/10.
How Heritage High Compares
See how Heritage High 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
1150 Forestville Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. North Wake College and Career Academy (rated 7.8/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Wake Forest High School (rated 7.3/10, 3.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, THALES ACADEMY (rated 5.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Rolesville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wake Forest, see our Wake Forest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage Elementary Wake Forest | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Heritage Middle Wake Forest | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Wake Forest Middle School Wake Forest | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Franklin Academy Wake Forest | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Wake Forest Charter Academy Wake Forest | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School Wake Forest | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Wake Forest Elementary Wake Forest | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Endeavor Charter School Wake Forest | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wake Forest | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Forest Pines Drive Elementary Raleigh | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| North Forest Pines Elementary Raleigh | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Jones Dairy Elementary Wake Forest | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Rolesville Middle Rolesville | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Rolesville Charter Academy Rolesville | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Wake Forest High School Wake Forest | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| THALES ACADEMY Rolesville | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| North Wake College and Career Academy Wake Forest | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Envision Science Academy Wake Forest | 3.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Sanford Creek Elementary Rolesville | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT SPRUCE TREE Raleigh | 2.9 mi | — |
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 |
|---|---|
| Holly Springs High Holly Springs, NC | 7.8 |
| Northwest Guilford High Greensboro, NC | 7.8 |
| Reynolds High Asheville, NC | 7.8 |
| Cox Mill High School Concord, NC | 7.7 |
| Roberson High Asheville, NC | 7.7 |
| Weddington High Matthews, NC | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage High
What grades does Heritage High serve?
Heritage High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Heritage High?
Heritage High has an enrollment of approximately 1,817 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage High?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage High is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heritage High rank in NC?
Heritage High ranks #573 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Heritage High's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage High has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
Is Heritage High a charter school?
No, Heritage High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heritage High a Title I school?
No, Heritage High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heritage High?
27.6% of students at Heritage High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,817
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 97
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.4%
- Phone
- (919) 570-5600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #69 of 194
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