Serving 584 students in grades 6-12, Heritage Laveen ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heritage Laveen ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Heritage Laveen's student population of 584 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heritage Laveen ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Laveen is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#773 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
53%
47%
Black
8%
6%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
76%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Laveen's ranking?
Heritage Laveen is ranked #773 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heritage Laveen?
The graduation rate of Heritage Laveen is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Heritage Laveen?
584 students attend Heritage Laveen.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Heritage Laveen students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Heritage Laveen offer ?
Heritage Laveen offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Heritage Laveen part of?
Heritage Laveen is part of Heritage Academy Laveen Inc. (92520) School District.
In what neighborhood is Heritage Laveen located?
Heritage Laveen is located in the Optimist Park NE neighborhood of Mesa, AZ.
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