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#177 of 1,851 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

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Virginia schools

#177 of 1,851

In Leesburg

#4 of 19

public schools

In district

#25 of 96

Loudoun County Public Schools

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Heritage High

8.5/10

School in Leesburg · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

J. Lupton Simpson Middle

6.0/10

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Evergreen Mill Elementary

7.1/10

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About Heritage High

Heritage High is a public school in Leesburg, VA, part of Loudoun County Public Schools. Heritage High serves approximately 1,508 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #177 of 1,851 schools in VA.

Structured state assessment records for Heritage High show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • VA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency79% (2025 SOL)
Reading/ELA Proficiency94% (2025 SOL)
Math vs. State Avg+3.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.3 pts
Overall Proficiency87% (2025 SOL, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)81% (model expectation from 2025 SOL)
vs. Expected+5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
College Readiness8.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate96%
AP Participation30.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,934
Chronic Absenteeism24.9%

Heritage High — Students at Heritage High score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 81%).

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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 75.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.4% (2025 SOL)
ELA Proficiency 92.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
75.7% (2025 SOL)

Based on 27 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
94%
2016
Math
74%
ELA
90%
2017
ELA
91%
2018
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2019
Math
85%
ELA
88%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
92%
2025
Math
79%
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: 8.3/10.

How Heritage High Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
91th percentile in VA
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
21
9 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
139 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
30.8% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics21sports offered
9 boys'·12 girls'·33 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

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 8.0/10, 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 6.0
Evergreen Mill Elementary Leesburg 0.6 mi 7.1
Cool Spring Elementary Leesburg 1.2 mi 5.3
GODDARD SCHOOL OF LEESBURG Leesburg 1.2 mi
Catoctin Elementary Leesburg 1.8 mi 8.1
PROVIDENCE ACADEMY Leesburg 1.7 mi 4.7
Loudoun County High Leesburg 2.0 mi 7.9
Frederick Douglass Elementary Leesburg 1.9 mi 6.1
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 4.2
Sycolin Creek Elementary Leesburg 3.1 mi 8.6
John W. Tolbert Jr. Elementary Leesburg 2.6 mi 8.9
Harper Park Middle Leesburg 2.7 mi 6.5
Tuscarora High Leesburg 3.5 mi 8.0
Frances Hazel Reid Elementary Leesburg 3.5 mi 3.6
Ball's Bluff Elementary Leesburg 3.3 mi 7.5
Smart's Mill Middle Leesburg 3.7 mi 5.0
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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Tuscarora High Leesburg, VA 8.0
Rock Ridge High Ashburn, VA 9.1
Woodgrove High Purcellville, VA 9.1
Dominion High Sterling, VA 7.8
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 ranks #177 of 1,851 schools in VA.

What is Heritage High's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage High has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.9%
4-Year Graduation
96.0%

District

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

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