HERITAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Heritage Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Wake County Schools school district, located in Wake Forest, NC with about 828 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 52 teachers, Heritage Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Heritage Elementary, located in Wake Forest, North Carolina, is part of the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS). The school serves a diverse student population, emphasizing a comprehensive approach to elementary education that focuses on academic excellence, personal growth, and the development of strong character. By fostering a collaborative environment, the school encourages active engagement between students, dedicated faculty, and the surrounding community to create a supportive learning atmosphere.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to providing a rigorous curriculum that prepares students for future academic success while addressing their social and emotional needs. Beyond the standard classroom instruction, Heritage Elementary offers various enrichment opportunities and school-wide programs that promote critical thinking and creativity. Through its focus on innovation and inclusive practices, the school aims to cultivate lifelong learners who are well-equipped to contribute positively to their community.
For more information, contact Heritage Elementary at (919) 562-6000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Wake Forest, NC 27587
(919) 562-6000
http://heritagees.wcpss.net/
HERITAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Wake Forest, NC with about 828 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Wake County Schools
- Total Students:
- 828
- Teachers:
- 52.45
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 828 students
- White
- 69.0%
- Black or African American
- 15.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 8.2%
- Asian
- 3.9%
- Two or more races
- 3.1%
- Female
- 50.7%
- Male
- 49.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.