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#1119 of 1,851 schools in VA
Heritage Elementary
Elementary School · Lynchburg City Public Schools
501 Leesville Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24502
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,119 of 1,851
In Lynchburg
#9 of 21
public schools
In district
#4 of 16
Lynchburg City Public Schools
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Heritage Elementary
Heritage Elementary is a public elementary school in Lynchburg, VA, part of Lynchburg City Public Schools. Heritage Elementary serves approximately 454 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,119 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Heritage Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Heritage Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Heritage Elementary — Students at Heritage Elementary score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from VA 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: 6.2/10.
How Heritage Elementary Compares
See how Heritage Elementary 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
501 Leesville Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24502
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Heritage Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leesville Road Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLUE RIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tomahawk Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lynchburg, see our Lynchburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage High Lynchburg | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| BRIDGES TREATMENT CENTER Lynchburg | 1.3 mi | — |
| Sandusky Middle Lynchburg | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Sheffield Elementary Lynchburg | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Sandusky Elementary Lynchburg | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Brookville High Lynchburg | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| THE BRANCHES ACADEMY & EARLY LEARNING CENTER Lynchburg | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Tomahawk Elementary Lynchburg | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Perrymont Elementary Lynchburg | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| NEW COVENANT SCHOOLS Lynchburg | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Brookville Middle Lynchburg | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Leesville Road Elementary Lynchburg | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| BLUE RIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lynchburg | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| DESMOND T. DOSS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lynchburg | 3.1 mi | 5.6 |
| NEW VISTAS SCHOOL Lynchburg | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| T.C. Miller Elementary School for Innovation Lynchburg | 3.4 mi | 4.8 |
| RIVERMONT LYNCHBURG NORTH Lynchburg | 3.8 mi | 6.0 |
| TIMBERLAKE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Forest | 3.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Linkhorne Middle Lynchburg | 3.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Linkhorne Elementary Lynchburg | 4.0 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 24502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,027
Median Home Value
$214,300
Median Rent
$1,166/mo
Population
41,314
College Educated
38.5%
Homeownership
53.7%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
32.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Camelot Elementary Annandale, VA | 5.8 |
| Clara Byrd Baker Elementary Williamsburg, VA | 5.8 |
| Greenwood Mill Elementary Winchester, VA | 5.8 |
| Halley Elementary Fairfax Station, VA | 5.8 |
| Hermitage Elementary Virginia Beach, VA | 5.8 |
| Ingleside Elementary Norfolk, VA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Heritage Elementary
What grades does Heritage Elementary serve?
Heritage Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Heritage Elementary?
Heritage Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 454 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Heritage Elementary rank in VA?
Heritage Elementary ranks #1,119 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Heritage Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Heritage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Heritage Elementary a charter school?
No, Heritage Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Heritage Elementary a Title I school?
No, Heritage Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heritage Elementary?
90.3% of students at Heritage Elementary 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 454
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Lynchburg city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.9%
- Phone
- (434) 515-5230
Resources & Links
District
Lynchburg City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 7,727
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,083
- District Rank
- #4 of 16
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