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Heritage Middle School

Middle School · Westerville City

390 N Spring Rd, Westerville, OH 43082

Enrollment

602

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,727 of 3,441

In Westerville

#14 of 23

public schools

In district

#14 of 23

Westerville City

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Heritage Middle School

6.4/10

Middle School in Westerville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.1/10

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5.8/10

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About Heritage Middle School

Heritage Middle School is a public middle school in Westerville, OH, part of Westerville City. Heritage Middle School serves approximately 602 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,727 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Heritage Middle School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • OH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Heritage Middle 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,875
Chronic Absenteeism32.1%

Heritage Middle School — Students at Heritage Middle School score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
77%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
50.6%
ELA
55.9%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Heritage Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in OH
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

390 N Spring Rd, Westerville, OH 43082

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Genoa Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Blendon Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Walnut Springs Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Westerville, see our Westerville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Robert Frost Elementary School Westerville 0.2 mi 8.1
Westerville-North High School Westerville 0.3 mi 5.8
Walnut Springs Middle School Westerville 1.0 mi 5.8
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Westerville 0.9 mi
Mark Twain Elementary School Westerville 1.2 mi 7.4
Westerville Central High School Westerville 1.3 mi 6.4
Alcott Elementary School Westerville 1.4 mi 8.8
McVay Elementary School Westerville 1.5 mi 6.4
Cherrington Elementary School Westerville 1.6 mi 6.7
Whittier Elementary School Westerville 1.6 mi 9.0
Blendon Middle School Westerville 1.7 mi 6.2
Emerson Elementary School Westerville 1.5 mi 9.0
Westerville-South High School Westerville 1.8 mi 6.2
Hanby Building Elementary School Westerville 1.8 mi 8.8
Pointview Elementary School Westerville 2.2 mi 5.0
ST PAUL SCHOOL Westerville 1.7 mi 4.4
Genoa Middle School Westerville 2.3 mi 7.9
Fouse Elementary School Westerville 2.4 mi 8.5
ALL THE CHILDREN OF THE WORLD ACADEMY Westerville 2.5 mi 5.2
CENTRAL COLLEGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westerville 2.6 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$147,188

Median Home Value

$433,400

Median Rent

$1,696/mo

Population

33,799

College Educated

68.3%

Homeownership

87%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

43.1

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Lakota Plains Junior School Liberty Township, OH 6.4
Minford Middle School Minford, OH 6.4
Sheridan Middle School Thornville, OH 6.4
Sylvania Arbor Hills Junior High School Sylvania, OH 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heritage Middle School

What grades does Heritage Middle School serve?

Heritage Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Heritage Middle School?

Heritage Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 602 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Middle School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Heritage Middle School rank in OH?

Heritage Middle School ranks #1,727 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Heritage Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage Middle School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Heritage Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Heritage Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

44.9% of students at Heritage Middle 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
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
602
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Delaware County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.1%

District

Westerville City
District Enrollment
14,533
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,875
District Rank
#14 of 23

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