Heritage Elementary School

8300 Frankfort Rd
Waddy, KY 40076
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 387 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Heritage Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 387 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : Top 30% in KY
  • : 57% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Heritage Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Heritage Elementary School's student population of 387 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
387 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers

School Rankings

Heritage Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KY)
#261 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
57%
38%
45-49%
45%
35-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
83%
71%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.30
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Heritage Elementary School's ranking?
Heritage Elementary School is ranked #261 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Heritage Elementary School often compared to?
Heritage Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clear Creek Elementary School, Painted Stone Elementary School, Simpsonville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Heritage Elementary School?
387 students attend Heritage Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Heritage Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage Elementary School?
Heritage Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Heritage Elementary School offer ?
Heritage Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Heritage Elementary School part of?
Heritage Elementary School is part of Shelby County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 387 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 57% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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