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Very Good

#551 of 2,105 schools in WI

Top 26% in state

Heritage Elementary

Elementary School · De Pere School District

1250 Swan Rd, De Pere, WI 54115

Enrollment

639

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Wisconsin schools

#551 of 2,105

In De Pere

#6 of 11

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

De Pere School District

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Heritage Elementary

7.7/10

Elementary School in De Pere · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.0/10

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5.4/10

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About Heritage Elementary

Heritage Elementary is a public elementary school in De Pere, WI, part of De Pere School District. Heritage Elementary serves approximately 639 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Heritage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #551 of 2,105 schools in WI.

Structured state assessment records for Heritage Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.2
  • WI avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76.7% (2025 FORWARD)
Reading/ELA Proficiency76.4% (2025 FORWARD)
Math vs. State Avg+22.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.2 pts
Overall Proficiency77% (2025 FORWARD, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2025 FORWARD)
vs. Expected+12.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism4.9%

Heritage Elementary — Students at Heritage Elementary score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
53.6% (2025 FORWARD)
ELA Proficiency 64.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.2% (2025 FORWARD)

Based on 32 test records from WI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
64.5%
ELA
64.5%
2025
Math
76.7%
ELA
76.4%

* 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 Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
74th percentile in WI
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.9%

Location

1250 Swan Rd, De Pere, WI 54115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Susie C Altmayer Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Webster Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Green Bay), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in De Pere, see our De Pere schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
De Pere Middle De Pere 0.6 mi 8.0
De Pere High De Pere 0.8 mi 5.4
Dickinson Elementary De Pere 1.1 mi 8.0
Foxview Intermediate De Pere 1.3 mi 8.2
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL OF DE PERE De Pere 1.5 mi 6.7
Susie C Altmayer Elementary De Pere 1.6 mi 8.8
Doty Elementary Green Bay 1.8 mi 4.7
Phantom Knight School of Opportunity De Pere 1.8 mi
FATHER ALLOUEZ CATHOLIC SCHOOL Green Bay 2.2 mi 7.4
West De Pere High De Pere 2.0 mi 5.9
CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI De Pere 1.9 mi 7.5
GREEN BAY MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S WORLD De Pere 2.2 mi
Langlade Elementary Green Bay 2.6 mi 6.1
Green Bay Correctional Institution Green Bay 2.9 mi
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL De Pere 2.3 mi 8.6
Westwood Elementary De Pere 2.4 mi 7.5
West De Pere Intermediate School De Pere 2.5 mi 7.9
West De Pere Middle De Pere 2.5 mi 7.0
Cormier School and Early Learning Center Green Bay 3.8 mi 4.6
Webster Elementary Green Bay 3.9 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 54115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,023

Median Home Value

$307,800

Median Rent

$1,071/mo

Population

49,663

College Educated

39.5%

Homeownership

66%

Avg Commute

18.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

36.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Cameron Elementary Cameron, WI 7.7
Darlington Elementary/Middle Darlington, WI 7.7
Elm Dale Elementary Greenfield, WI 7.7
Hemlock Creek Elementary De Pere, WI 7.7
Lincoln Elementary Hartford, WI 7.7
Little Chute Elementary Little Chute, WI 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heritage Elementary

What grades does Heritage Elementary serve?

Heritage Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Heritage Elementary?

Heritage Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 639 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Heritage Elementary is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Heritage Elementary rank in WI?

Heritage Elementary ranks #551 of 2,105 schools in WI.

What is Heritage Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% 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?

13.3% 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
639
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Brown County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.9%

District

De Pere School District
District Enrollment
4,526
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,121
District Rank
#5 of 6

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