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#176 of 1,850 schools in VA

Top 10% in state

Heritage High

School · Loudoun County Public Schools

520 Evergreen Mill Rd. SE, Leesburg, VA 20175

Enrollment

1,508

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Leesburg

#3 of 19

public schools

Virginia schools

#4 of 40

In district

#25 of 96

Loudoun County Public Schools

School environment

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Heritage High

Heritage High is a public school in Leesburg, VA, part of the Loudoun County Public Schools. The school serves approximately 1,508 students in grades Pre-K – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 90.5th percentile among VA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 72% proficiency in math, 3 points below the state average and 91% in reading/language arts, 16 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $168,035, where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.01 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.4Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76%
Reading/ELA Proficiency94%
Math vs. State Avg+0.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.3 pts
Overall Proficiency85%
Expected (poverty-adj.)83%
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
College Readiness8.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation30.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.8Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,993

Heritage High — Students at Heritage High score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 83%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 72.3%
School
State
75.4%
ELA Proficiency 91.3%
School
State
75.7%

Based on 6 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
92%
2025
Math
76%
ELA
94%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Heritage High Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
91th percentile in VA
Academic
7.4/10
7.4/10
Growth
7.9/10
Above average
Environment
9.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
139 teachers

Location

520 Evergreen Mill Rd. SE, Leesburg, VA 20175

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage High may also want to explore other schools in the area. Tuscarora High (rated 7.6/10, 3.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, THE AURORA SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Leesburg, see our Leesburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
J. Lupton Simpson Middle Leesburg 0.5 mi 7.1
Evergreen Mill Elementary Leesburg 0.6 mi 6.4
Cool Spring Elementary Leesburg 1.2 mi 5.6
GODDARD SCHOOL OF LEESBURG Leesburg 1.2 mi
Catoctin Elementary Leesburg 1.8 mi 7.2
PROVIDENCE ACADEMY Leesburg 1.7 mi 4.7
Loudoun County High Leesburg 2.0 mi 8.8
Frederick Douglass Elementary Leesburg 1.9 mi 7.8
LOUDOUN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Leesburg 2.4 mi 6.7
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF LEESBURG Leesburg 2.5 mi
THE AURORA SCHOOL Leesburg 2.9 mi 6.0
Leesburg Elementary Leesburg 2.8 mi 6.4
Sycolin Creek Elementary Leesburg 3.1 mi 6.8
John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary Leesburg 2.6 mi 8.0
Harper Park Middle Leesburg 2.7 mi 7.5
Tuscarora High Leesburg 3.5 mi 7.6
Frances Hazel Reid Elementary Leesburg 3.5 mi 3.2
Ball's Bluff Elementary Leesburg 3.3 mi 5.5
Smart's Mill Middle Leesburg 3.7 mi 7.4
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Ashburn 3.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20175 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$168,035

Median Home Value

$717,700

Median Rent

$2,039/mo

Population

35,038

College Educated

63.7%

Homeownership

74.3%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

37.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Heritage High has a median household income of $168,035. It is a well-educated community where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $717,700, with a median rent of $2,039/month. The local poverty rate of 5.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Rock Ridge High Ashburn, VA 8.6
Dominion High Sterling, VA 8.0
Woodgrove High Purcellville, VA 8.9
Tuscarora High Leesburg, VA 7.6
ST CATHERINES SCHOOL Richmond, VA 6.9
Radford City Virtual Radford, VA

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heritage High

What grades does Heritage High serve?

Heritage High serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Heritage High?

Heritage High has an enrollment of approximately 1,508 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage High?

The student-teacher ratio at Heritage High is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Heritage High rank in VA?

Heritage High is ranked #176 out of 1,850 schools in VA.

What is Heritage High's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage High has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Heritage High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Heritage High has 72.3% math proficiency and 91.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Heritage High a charter school?

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

Is Heritage High a Title I school?

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

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

33.8% of students at Heritage High 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (1,830/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Leesburg). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,508
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
139
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Loudoun County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Loudoun County Public Schools
District Enrollment
81,636
Schools in District
100
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,934
District Rank
#25 of 96

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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