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#3519 of 4,742 schools in NY
Heritage Heights Elementary School
Elementary School · SWEET HOME CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
2545 SWEET HOME RD, Amherst, NY 14228
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,519 of 4,742
In Amherst
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
SWEET HOME CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Heritage Heights Elementary School
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About Heritage Heights Elementary School
Heritage Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Amherst, NY, part of SWEET HOME CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Heritage Heights Elementary School serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,519 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Heritage Heights Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Heritage Heights Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Heritage Heights Elementary School — Students at Heritage Heights Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY 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: 5.0/10.
How Heritage Heights Elementary School Compares
See how Heritage Heights Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2545 SWEET HOME RD, Amherst, NY 14228
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MAPLE WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Williamsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is SMALLWOOD DRIVE SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MAPLEMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Amherst, see our Amherst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AUTISM SERVICES Amherst | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| SWEET HOME SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Amherst | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| WILLOW RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amherst | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| JEWISH HERITAGE DAY SCHOOL/OHR TEMIMIM Amherst | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| ST CHRISTOPHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tonawanda | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| GLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tonawanda | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| SWEET HOME MIDDLE SCHOOL Amherst | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| HEIM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| HEIM MIDDLE SCHOOL Williamsville | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| MAPLEMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amherst | 3.0 mi | 6.7 |
| KENMORE EAST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Tonawanda | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| MAPLE WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| SPRUCE SCHOOL North Tonawanda | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| WILLIAMSVILLE NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Williamsville | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| THOMAS A EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tonawanda | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| SMALLWOOD DRIVE SCHOOL Amherst | 4.3 mi | 6.9 |
| CASEY MIDDLE SCHOOL East Amherst | 3.2 mi | 6.8 |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Amherst | 4.4 mi | 6.3 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tonawanda | 3.4 mi | — |
| BEN FRANKLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Buffalo | 4.2 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,426
Median Home Value
$246,100
Median Rent
$1,264/mo
Population
24,345
College Educated
48.8%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
33.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADOLPH SCHREIBER HEBREW ACADEMY New City, NY | 5.1 |
| ARCHER STREET SCHOOL Freeport, NY | 5.1 |
| ATTICA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Attica, NY | 5.1 |
| BENTON HALL ACADEMY Little Falls, NY | 5.1 |
| CHARLES A UPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lockport, NY | 5.1 |
| CHERRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Heights Elementary School
What grades does Heritage Heights Elementary School serve?
Heritage Heights Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Heritage Heights Elementary School?
Heritage Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Heights Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Heights Elementary School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heritage Heights Elementary School rank in NY?
Heritage Heights Elementary School ranks #3,519 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Heritage Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Heights Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage Heights Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Heritage Heights Elementary School a charter school?
No, Heritage Heights Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heritage Heights Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Heritage Heights Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heritage Heights Elementary School?
35.1% of students at Heritage Heights Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 419
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (716) 250-1525
Resources & Links
District
SWEET HOME CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,684
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,505
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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