Serving 1,170 students in grades 6-8, Heritage Intermediate ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,170 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Math Proficiency: 47%
- Reading Proficiency: 67%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heritage Intermediate's student population of 1,170 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Heritage Intermediate is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)67%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
11%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Heritage Intermediate?
1,170 students attend Heritage Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Heritage Intermediate students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heritage Intermediate?
Heritage Intermediate has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Heritage Intermediate offer ?
Heritage Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Heritage Intermediate part of?
Heritage Intermediate is part of Etiwanda Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Heritage Intermediate located?
Heritage Intermediate is located in the West End neighborhood of Fontana, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in West End.
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