Serving 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heritage Academy Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Heritage Academy Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Heritage Academy Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Academy Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1809 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
95%
36%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Heritage Academy Elementary School is ranked #1809 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Heritage Academy Elementary School often compared to?
Heritage Academy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton E. Holmes Elementary School, Beecher Hills Elementary School, Joseph Humphries Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Heritage Academy Elementary School?
375 students attend Heritage Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Heritage Academy Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage Academy Elementary School?
Heritage Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Heritage Academy Elementary School offer ?
Heritage Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage Academy Elementary School part of?
Heritage Academy Elementary School is part of Atlanta School District.
In what neighborhood is Heritage Academy Elementary School located?
Heritage Academy Elementary School is located in the Blair Villa And Poole Creek neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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