Serving 416 students in grades 6-8, Heritage Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heritage Middle School's student population of 416 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heritage Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2503 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
7%
17%
White
78%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Middle School's ranking?
Heritage Middle School is ranked #2503 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Heritage Middle School often compared to?
Heritage Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Heritage Middle School?
416 students attend Heritage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Heritage Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage Middle School?
Heritage Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Heritage Middle School offer ?
Heritage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage Middle School part of?
Heritage Middle School is part of Newark City School District.
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