Excellent
#301 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 11% in state
Heritage Middle
Middle School · Wake County Schools
3400 Rogers Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Enrollment
947
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
947
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#301 of 2,648
In Wake Forest
#5 of 14
public schools
In district
#43 of 194
Wake County Schools
Academic performance
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Heritage Middle
Middle School in Wake Forest · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Heritage Elementary
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Heritage High
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About Heritage Middle
Heritage Middle is a public middle school in Wake Forest, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Heritage Middle serves approximately 947 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #301 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Heritage Middle show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.6
- NC avg 5.7
Score Breakdown
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Heritage Middle — Students at Heritage Middle score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.9%
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: 8.6/10.
How Heritage Middle Compares
See how Heritage Middle 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
3400 Rogers Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Rolesville Middle (rated 7.4/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Rolesville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Wake Forest Middle School (rated 4.2/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wake Forest, see our Wake Forest schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage Elementary Wake Forest | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Heritage High Wake Forest | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Wake Forest Middle School Wake Forest | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Wake Forest Charter Academy Wake Forest | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Franklin Academy Wake Forest | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Wake Forest Elementary Wake Forest | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Wake Forest | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Wake Forest High School Wake Forest | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School Wake Forest | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Forest Pines Drive Elementary Raleigh | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| North Forest Pines Elementary Raleigh | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Jones Dairy Elementary Wake Forest | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Endeavor Charter School Wake Forest | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| North Wake College and Career Academy Wake Forest | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Envision Science Academy Wake Forest | 2.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Rolesville Middle Rolesville | 3.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Rolesville Charter Academy Rolesville | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| THALES ACADEMY Rolesville | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT SPRUCE TREE Raleigh | 2.9 mi | — |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Lewisville Middle Lewisville, NC | 8.3 |
| Smith Middle Chapel Hill, NC | 8.4 |
| Charles P Murray Middle Wilmington, NC | 8.2 |
| McDougle Middle Chapel Hill, NC | 8.2 |
| The Brawley School Mooresville, NC | 8.2 |
| Carnage Middle Raleigh, NC | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Middle
What grades does Heritage Middle serve?
Heritage Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Heritage Middle?
Heritage Middle has an enrollment of approximately 947 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Middle is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heritage Middle rank in NC?
Heritage Middle ranks #301 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Heritage Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage Middle has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Heritage Middle a charter school?
No, Heritage Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heritage Middle a Title I school?
No, Heritage Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heritage Middle?
15.9% of students at Heritage Middle 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 947
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.4%
- Phone
- (919) 562-6204
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #43 of 194
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