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Heritage ES

Elementary School · TAHLEQUAH

333 Southridge Rd, Tahlequah, OK 74464

Enrollment

490

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#997 of 1,750

In Tahlequah

#6 of 11

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

TAHLEQUAH

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Heritage ES

5.9/10

Elementary School in Tahlequah · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Shiloh Christian School

7.4/10

2.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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5.7/10

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About Heritage ES

Heritage ES is a public elementary school in Tahlequah, OK, part of TAHLEQUAH. Heritage ES serves approximately 490 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #997 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Heritage ES show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • OK avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-18.75 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected+15.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,004
Chronic Absenteeism26.3%

Heritage ES — Students at Heritage ES score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.7% (multi-year average, 2012-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.8% (multi-year average, 2012-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 42 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2012
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
86%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
86%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
33%
2024
Math
62%
ELA
58.3%
2025
Math
47.3%
ELA
35.5%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Heritage ES Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
43th percentile in OK
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

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

333 Southridge Rd, Tahlequah, OK 74464

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SHILOH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHEROKEE ES (rated 6.6/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WOODALL PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 5.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tahlequah, see our Tahlequah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.1 mi
School Distance Rating
SHILOH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tahlequah 2.0 mi 7.4
SEQUOYAH ES Tahlequah 2.3 mi 5.7
Sequoyah High School Tahlequah 2.3 mi
GREENWOOD ES Tahlequah 2.4 mi 5.6
CHEROKEE IMMERSION CHARTER SCH Tahlequah 2.6 mi 6.0
TAHLEQUAH HS Tahlequah 3.0 mi 6.2
TAHLEQUAH MS Tahlequah 3.0 mi 6.3
CHEROKEE ES Tahlequah 3.1 mi 6.6
GRAND VIEW PUBLIC SCHOOL Tahlequah 5.3 mi 5.6
KEYS ES Park Hill 5.6 mi 4.1
KEYS HS Park Hill 6.1 mi 6.2
WOODALL PUBLIC SCHOOL Tahlequah 5.7 mi 6.5
BRIGGS PUBLIC SCHOOL Tahlequah 6.9 mi 4.7
SHADY GROVE PUBLIC SCHOOL Hulbert 8.8 mi 4.2
HULBERT MS Hulbert 9.9 mi 5.0
HULBERT ES Hulbert 9.9 mi 3.7
HULBERT JR-SR HS (SR) Hulbert 9.9 mi 7.5
TENKILLER PUBLIC SCHOOL Welling 10.9 mi 5.6
NORWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOL Hulbert 10.2 mi 5.7
LOWREY PUBLIC SCHOOL Tahlequah 15.1 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74464 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,362

Median Home Value

$169,700

Median Rent

$793/mo

Population

30,990

College Educated

31.7%

Homeownership

55.9%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

19.6%

Median Age

34.4

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GROVE VALLEY ES Edmond, OK 5.9
HAYES ES Oklahoma City, OK 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heritage ES

What grades does Heritage ES serve?

Heritage ES serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Heritage ES?

Heritage ES has an enrollment of approximately 490 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Heritage ES is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Heritage ES rank in OK?

Heritage ES ranks #997 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Heritage ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage ES has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).

Is Heritage ES a charter school?

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

Is Heritage ES a Title I school?

No, Heritage ES is not currently a Title I school.

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

69.0% of students at Heritage ES 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
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
490
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Cherokee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

District

TAHLEQUAH
District Enrollment
3,610
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,004
District Rank
#4 of 6

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